Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Swiss Forecast Cut; Franc Cap Remains
By Marlene Y. SatterThe Swiss National Bank has cut its growth forecast for the countrys economy, anticipating a bigger drop in consumer prices as well, and is holding firm on its cap on the francs growth against the euro.
September 13, 2012
Stock Picking Goes Social as Stockr, aSpark DebutCompliance issues be damned: tech entrepreneurs are moving full speed ahead into the finance space with social networking and mobile apps.
September 13, 2012
Fed Launches QE3 With Open-Ended Security PurchasesThe Federal Reserve has launched a third round of quantitative easing, pledging to expand its balance sheet by nearly a half a trillion dollars a year beyond existing commitments. An LPL analyst called the move "not very bold."
September 13, 2012
The end of growth?Here's a depressing fact you probably haven't heard before: From 1300 to 1750, the world saw zero economic growth.
September 12, 2012
How Much Do They Make? From Presidents to Privates, Then & NowHow much better off financially are today's presidents, Supreme Court justices and bankers?
September 12, 2012
Election Impact 2012AdvisorOne's 2012 Election home page offers ongoing, unique insights on topics of interest to advisors and their clients throughout the campaign and its aftermath by our team of reporters and columnists.
September 12, 2012
The End of Growth?While Americans may regard a rising standard of living as their birthright, a provocative new academic paper suggests economic growth may be a thing of the past.
September 12, 2012
Obama vs. Romney: 6 Key Differences on Taxes, RegulationThe two candidates offer voters starkly different ideas on how to reform the tax and financial systems.