Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Two Surveys Cite Growing Optimism Among Americans
By Warren S. HerschTwo new studies point to growing optimism among Americans as the U.S. economy emerges from the worst recession in decades.
April 05, 2010
Two Reports Show More Improvement in EconomyPending home sales and services sector index surge
April 05, 2010
2009 VA Sales Plunged 19% To $123 BillionNew variable annuity sales rose 2.6% in the fourth quarter of 2009, to $31.4 billion from $30.6 billion in the 3rd quarter, but were down 3.8% from 4th quarter 2009 sales of $32.7 billion.
April 05, 2010
New Product Launches Mark Start of 2QThe second quarter is starting with a flurry of product rollouts.
April 05, 2010
Flurry of Good News Leads Stocks HigherJobs and housing data lead to early Dow gains
April 04, 2010
2009 VA Sales Plunged 19% To $123 BillionNew variable annuity sales rose 2.6% in the fourth quarter of 2009, to $31.4 billion from $30.6 billion in the 3rd quarter, but were down 3.8% from 4th quarter 2009 sales of $32.7 billion.
April 01, 2010
Van Eck Launches Egypt ETFVan Eck Global has added the Market Vectors Egypt Index ETF (EGPT) to its fund lineup. The move came amid a flurry of international offerings...
April 01, 2010
If the U.S. No Longer Leads, Who Will?These days, American economic leadership is being repeatedly thrust into question. Surely, the likes of China and Russia have long been complaining about a "uni-polar" world...