Economy & Markets
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Bond Yields End Week Higher as Market Preps for Trio of Risks
By Michael MackenzieTraders held tight to expectations that policymakers will cut rates by a quarter-point on Nov. 7 and again on Dec. 18.
October 31, 2024
Millionaire Tax Vote Opens Door to New Clash Over Chicago WealthIllinois voters will weigh in on a proposed extra levy of 3% on annual incomes of over $1 million that aims to lower property taxes.
October 31, 2024
PIMCO Raises $2B for Asset-Based Private Lending StrategyThe firm has been building out its alternatives business in recent years as it expands beyond its bond roots.
October 31, 2024
11 News Topics That Make Investors NervousSome current events are making clients reconsider the amount of risk they're willing to take, a new survey finds.
October 31, 2024
LPL Discloses $18M Charge, but No Arnold Updates on Q3 CallThe firm, now led by Rich Steinmeier, expects an SEC settlement related to anti-money laundering controls.
October 30, 2024
SEC Hit These 6 Firms With Reg BI Fines in 2024The SEC cracked down this year after industry complaints that FINRA was taking the lead.
October 30, 2024
8 Ivy League Colleges' Endowment Returns, Ranked: 2024The elite schools' average 8.3% return on investments was a significant improvement over last year's average 2.3% gain.
October 30, 2024
America's 15 Youngest Billionaires: Forbes, 2024Only 26 billionaires on this year's list, with membership taking a record $3.3 billion, are younger than 50.