Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
A Time to Shine
By Janet LevauxFrank Holmes U.S. Global Investors 800-873-8637 [email protected] Conditions have improved for gold equities, and economic policy decisions being made in Washington could further increase the investment appeal of these...
August 01, 2009
Annuity Analytics: What Is a Guaranteed Rate Really Worth?The sales pitch sounds too good to be true, and should instantly set off financial alarm bells. Here's how it goes: "Give us your money...
August 01, 2009
The High Cost of Going BankruptWho: Martha Solinger, Co-General Counsel, Lehman Brothers Holdings Where: Bombay Palace, 30 West 52nd Street, New York When: June 25, 2009 On the Menu: Chicken curry and financial...
July 31, 2009
To niche or not to niche...It used to be that you were on your game if you were selling to the holy grail of certain markets: the ultra-affluent, baby boomers and seniors.
July 30, 2009
Boomers need to be self-indulgentGreat ... just great. Seems baby boomers learned the concept of thrift just in time to screw everyone else. The "me" generation that's known for...
July 29, 2009
The Economy BitesThe workers who still have jobs may need more help with managing their finances.
July 29, 2009
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July 29, 2009
Marketing TipsThe key to effective marketing is to establish a competitive advantage and relevant marketplace differentiation. In order to stand out, agents must be willing to try innovative approaches.