Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
What Is A Deferred Income Annuity?
By Linda KocoA deferred income annuity, or DIA, is a newer type of annuity that is essentially cross between a single premium immediate annuity and a single premium deferred annuity.
April 23, 2010
Stocks Rise on Economic Reports and Greek Bailout RequestWith Greece formally requesting a bailout package and positive economic reports in the U.S., stocks across Europe and the U.S. rose Friday, April 23, but uncertainties over Greece's long-term stability dented the bond market.
April 23, 2010
How a Top Advisor Uses Mutual Funds for College SavingsA conversation about mutual funds and saving for college with Dan Forbes, CFP, owner of Forbes Financial Planning in Providence, R.I.
April 22, 2010
Helping Clients Understand the Value of Fixed Income AnnuitiesOver time, many consumers have shied away from annuities in favor of alternative investment vehicles or products with which they were more familiar, such as mutual funds and certificates of deposit.
April 21, 2010
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Going the Wrong Way, Study of S&P 100 Firms ShowsIncrease in total emissions expected to grow along with economic recovery
April 21, 2010
Helping Clients Understand the Value of Fixed Income AnnuitiesOver time, many consumers have shied away from annuities in favor of alternative investment vehicles or products with which they were more familiar, such as mutual funds and certificates of deposit.
April 19, 2010
Leading Economic Indicators Rose in March, Pointing to Steady RecoveryThe Conference Board's index of leading economic indicators (LEI) increased 1.4% in March, following smaller gains in February and January.
April 14, 2010
JPMorgan Chase Reports Big First-Quarter ProfitsIncome rises more than 50% over 2009