Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Why Early Retirement Can Be a Smart Tax Move
By Jane Wollman RusoffW-2 earnings, planner Sean Mullaney argues, carry a much higher tax burden than drawing on assets.
June 22, 2026
Schwab Warns of Margin Calls as Concerns Over Tax Bets MountThe brokerage will issue a margin call and contact the advisor if any of their accounts exceed the new thresholds.
June 22, 2026
Bob Doll More Cautious on Stock Gains NowThe Fed's "hawkish" shift challenges the high-risk bull market, the longtime market forecaster says.
June 18, 2026
The Real Risk Isn't Social Security Insolvency. It's How Clients React to It.Advisors have an opportunity to guide retirees and pre-retirees toward something more valuable: perspective.
June 18, 2026
SpaceX IPO Among 5 Busiest Trading Days in Schwab HistoryThe offering drew demand from retail investors across demographics, and the firm got some 140,000 client calls about it, said CEO Rick Wurster.
June 18, 2026
7 Best Under-the-Radar Funds: MorningstarThese mutual funds and ETFs are among the high-rated offerings beyond the biggest fund families, according to Susan Dziubinski.
June 18, 2026
Yardeni Says Fed May Hike if Serious About 2% Inflation TargetBut the strategist also notes that falling gas prices may help new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh get "lucky" and avoid any action.
June 17, 2026
Advisors Wary of SEC's Plan to Allow Semiannual Corporate Earnings ReportsQuarterly reporting helps inform clients, but it also encourages public companies to focus on the short term.