Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
10 Reasons Stocks Don't Go Up Forever
By Bryce SandersClients who are newer to investing might be blinded by recent history. Here's what to tell them.
September 03, 2024
S&P 500 Sees Biggest Slide Since August MeltdownThe S&P 500 dropped 1.6%, with the gauge drifting down toward 5,550. The Nasdaq 100 slid 2.5%.
September 03, 2024
Fast-Growing Firms Do These Things Well: StudyMany RIAs are focused on moving upmarket, but a new survey warns that might be a mistake.
September 03, 2024
New Ways to Help Clients Move Beyond the 60/40 PortfolioOptions-based, structured outcome strategies that precisely manage risk are stirring advisors' attention.
August 30, 2024
Retirement Looks Precarious for Most in Middle Class: StudyOnly a quarter of Americans earning $50,000 to $199,000 strongly agreed that they were on track to save enough.
August 30, 2024
12 Hardest-Working States in America: 2024In honor of the holiday, Wallethub analyzed the state of labor, including hours worked and unused vacation days.
August 29, 2024
Housing Wealth Puts Millennials Closer to Retirement ReadinessEarlier generational shortfalls have closed thanks to a big jump in the value of their homes.
August 28, 2024
Social Security Funds Will Last Until 2034: CBOThe agency's new annual projection adds one year to Social Security's solvency outlook.