Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Patton’s Fund Picks, Pt. 2: Foreign Stock Funds
By Mike PattonIn the second of a series of blogs, advisor Mike Patton shares his top picks in foreign stock funds, in both developed and emerging markets, with a reminder on the role of currency.
July 23, 2012
Roubini: 5 Reasons Growth Will Slow in Second HalfUsing phrases like fairy tale and pie in the sky, Dr. Doom doesnt like what he sees.
July 23, 2012
Greek Exit Fears Loom AgainDepending on the result of the review to be conducted this week by the troika, Greece could end up being ridden right out of the eurozone.
July 23, 2012
Traders May Face Criminal Charges Over LIBORU.S. and European authorities are said to be close to making arrests and bringing criminal charges in the LIBOR manipulation scandal.
July 20, 2012
Preparing Clients for Reality of Obamacare Investment TaxAn additional 3.8% tax on investment income will be implemented in less than six months, and your high-income clients will need advice on how to reposition their investments to minimize its effect.
July 20, 2012
Top Portfolio Products: Motley Fool Fund Gets Five StarsNew products introduced over the last week include a new fund from Motley Fool, a new Market Vectors ETF that excludes financials, and a new ETF from Global X.
July 20, 2012
Critics Slam SEC’s Municipal Advisor Plan in Dodd-Frank HearingOne expressed concern with the proposed rule is that it defines municipal advisor too broadly.
July 20, 2012
Commonwealth Financial’s McMillan Launches Blog on Economy, MarketsThe BDs chief investment officers musings are aimed at educating advisors and their clients.