Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
How to Talk to Clients About Fed Moves
By Allison BellDave Byrnes, Security Benefit's distribution chief, looks at an opportunity to explain the benefit of diversification.
March 21, 2024
This Is Where Advisor Growth Is Happening Now: Dynasty ExecsWho will win out? Who will lose? Here's what Tim Oden and Shirl Penney have to say.
March 20, 2024
S&P Tops 5,200 as Fed Backs Rate-Cut ViewThe index reached a new high as Fed officials maintained their outlook for three rate cuts this year.
March 20, 2024
Fed Pencils In 3 Rate Cuts in 2024But, following a recent uptick in inflation, the central bank forecast fewer cuts than before in 2025.
March 19, 2024
These Data Points Show That Social Security Income Is EssentialThe importance of these benefits across the wealth spectrum is clear, despite debate on how to fund them.
March 19, 2024
6 Best U.S. Stock Index Funds in 3 Categories: MorningstarThe top funds in the S&P 500, total market and small company classes share low expense ratios.
March 19, 2024
How to Help Women Claim Social Security in 4 Different SituationsHow advisors explain clients' benefit claiming options can make or break financial success in their 80s and beyond.
March 18, 2024
Will RIAs Start Using Fixed Rate Annuities in Portfolios?The products represent a relatively attractive way to increase portfolios' potential risk-adjusted, after-tax returns.