Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Phoenix IAs Offer 3 GMWB Riders, 5 Index Options
By Staff WriterTwo new indexed annuity products are each offering a choice of three guaranteed minimum withdrawal benefit riders and five indexed account options.
November 06, 2009
Earnings: AIG, Prudential, OthersBlack ink dominated the income statements of the life insurers, health insurers and distributors that announced their earnings this week.
November 06, 2009
Earnings: AIG, Prudential, OthersBlack ink dominated the income statements of the life insurers, health insurers and distributors that announced their earnings this week.
November 05, 2009
A Steady CourseEven though stocks have dropped a bit lately, there are reasons to be a little more optimistic.
November 02, 2009
Whither the Markets? The Devil Is in the Entrails: Searching for Alpha, November 2009Discerning the likely direction of the markets today is like reading a cleverly written mystery novel. In both cases a macro focus is essential, but the devil is in the details.
November 01, 2009
Ten quality stocks for retireesBarron's named the best stocks for clients who are ready to get back in stocks.
November 01, 2009
Ten quality stocks for retireesBarron's named the best stocks for clients who are ready to get back in stocks.
November 01, 2009
A Look at Top SectorsThere are many favorite sayings for avid sector investors. "Individual stocks come and go, but industry sectors never die," is one such expression. The...