Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Schwab Eyes 20% Growth After $1.2T Milestone
By Emily GraffeoSchwab Asset Management exec Omar Aguilar cites the firm's "amazing distribution capabilities" for his optimism.
June 14, 2024
Let's Stop Wishful Thinking About Interest Rates: Skip SchweissWhen it comes to ultralow rates, "be careful what you wish for," the Sierra Investment Management CEO says.
June 13, 2024
Trump Floats Tariff Hikes to Offset Some Income Tax CutsTo extend some tax cuts expiring in 2017, the candidate is also considering reductions in the state and local tax deduction.
June 13, 2024
Gundlach: 8 Signs of an Economy on the BrinkRecent data has been mixed, but "consumers are getting crushed," the DoubleLine CEO says.
June 13, 2024
15 States With the Worst Economies: 2024These states scored lowest on measures of economic growth, employment and innovation, according to WalletHub.
June 12, 2024
5 Top Planning Issues for Family PropertiesThese assets are often imbued with memories, history and intermingled finances, warranting careful consideration and planning.
June 12, 2024
How Advisors Can Help Women Adjust to WidowhoodDebt is a major financial challenge facing widowed women, a Thrivent survey found.
June 12, 2024
Ed Slott: Time for Some Clients to Ditch Traditional IRAsLow tax rates and big federal budget concerns put the traditional IRA in a precarious position, he says.