Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Finding the Right Dividend Fund
By Staff WriterMay 28, 2004 -- Advisers wishing to capitalize on the recently enacted dividend tax cut may be in for some unanticipated headaches. Since Congress reduced...
June 01, 2004
Debunking Myths About ARMsWhile the number of home buyers using adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) has increased to 35% from 14% a year ago, according to the latest figures...
May 20, 2004
Funds That Have Outperformed In a Rising Rate EnvironmentMay 18, 2004 -- With higher interest rates looming, investors may wonder where to turn. Fund Advisor looked at funds that outperformed in 1994, when...
May 19, 2004
Medicare Part B Rates To Skyrocket For SomeNU Online News Service, May 19, 2004, 12:13 p.m. EDT -- Some high-income seniors may have to pay about $3,800 per year for Medicare ...
May 14, 2004
Julian Mayo of U.S. Global Eastern European FundS&P Rank: 5 Stars Eastern European Frontier
May 13, 2004
Lower Benefit Costs Help Penn Treaty ProfitsNU Online News Service, May 13, 2004, 4:52 p.m. EDT -- Hedging and improvements in the claim review process helped Penn Treat American Corp., ...
May 05, 2004
Pru Benefits From American Skandia DealNU Online News Service, May 5, 2004, 4:02 p.m. EDT -- The recently completed acquisition of American Skandia contributed to higher first-quarter profits at ...
May 05, 2004
Stock Market Rebound Buoys LincolnNU Online News Service, May 5, 2004, 3:36 p.m. EDT -- The stock market rebound has shown up in the first-quarter income statements of ...