Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Behind the Numbers,with Sam Stovall
By Staff Writer"Just when I thought it was safe to become defensive, the economy takes off," jokes S & P's chief investment strategist, noting that based on...
June 28, 2005
Fund in Focus: AXP Threadneedle Global EquityDominic Rossi, lead manager since October 2003 S&P Rank: 3 Stars New Management Is Making Strides
June 27, 2005
How to Play a Revival in Large CapsStandard & Poor's had been forecasting that large-cap stocks would begin leading the market some time this year, and they were starting to do just...
June 20, 2005
Bank Of America Leads In Brokerage RevenueBrokerages in banks saw investment income fall 7% during the first quarter, according to a new report.[@@]The industry tallied $1.4 billion in income from ...
June 01, 2005
Global Funds Exhibit LatitudeUnlike international stock funds, global equity funds can invest in the U.S. markets, which can often provide them with protection from the volatility and uncertainty...
June 01, 2005
Ready for SchoolOther than their homes, your clients' largest lifetime expense may be paying for their children's or grandchildren's education. Annual tuition at private schools can range...
May 18, 2005
Helping Clients Balance Fear And HopeUsing the range of VA riders to address different comfort levelsBy David LongfritzIncreasingly, advisors are evolving their relationships with clients beyond the standard goal ...
May 17, 2005
Securian Promotes TraderSecurian Financial Services Inc. has named Sharon Lentsch trade desk manager.[@@]Lentsch, who will oversee trading operations related to stocks, options, mutual funds and fixed-income ...