Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Vanguard Adds Bond-Index Fund
By Janet LevauxVanguard says it has introduced a new broad-market bond index fund for use by Vanguard funds, including Vanguard's 11 Target Retirement and four Life Strategy...
March 01, 2009
News: A Sense of Resolve?As we went to press, the White House and Congress have agreed to a $789 billion stimulus package of spending and tax cuts proposed by...
February 28, 2009
With all the economic uncertainty out there, what financial product/instrument are you avoiding?"I'm avoiding all the get-rich-quick stuff. I'm old enough to not be doing anything risky. But even if I was younger, I wouldn't fool around, or even listen to anybody promising me the moon. No risky stuff at all. I
February 28, 2009
The opportunity of a lifetime (part 2)Our customers' investments will have less-impressive returns in the future. We can help them achieve better results. Reducing or eliminating income taxes will maximize the net benefit of their investments. Income tax planning is beneficial
February 27, 2009
It's a Recession: Do You Know Where Your Marketing Is?In this month's podcast, author and guru Mitzi Crall offers insider advice on how insurance agents can remain successful during and beyond the economic downturn with...
February 27, 2009
Reduced boomer spending will drive longer downturn"If the economy looks like it's going downhill now, just wait," writes Eileen AJ Connelly in today's Associated Press. And it's all because of boomers. "Government...
February 27, 2009
Earnings: American Equity, PhoenixTwo more life insurers reported earnings this week.
February 26, 2009
Earnings: American Equity, PhoenixTwo more life insurers reported earnings this week.