Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Debate: Would This HSA Expansion Bill Help Taxpayers?
By Robert Bloink | William H. ByrnesLegislation would increase contribution limits while also allowing employers to fund individual accounts in lieu of offering coverage.
January 22, 2024
Jeremy Siegel: Stocks Can Thrive Even With Fewer Rate CutsThe market rally should broaden this year but sentiment continues to favor big tech stocks, the economist said.
January 22, 2024
Morgan Stanley Pays Gorman $37M for Final Year as CEOThree-fourths of Gorman's bonus will be paid in deferred stock over three years. He also received a cash bonus of just under $9 million.
January 22, 2024
10 Useful Phrases to Explain Market VolatilityThese jargon-free explanations could help create "aha" moments for baffled clients.
January 22, 2024
S&P 500 Rises as Stocks Build on Record HighThe index extended its advance above 4,800 early Monday, led by gains in big tech.
January 19, 2024
S&P 500 Hits All-Time High in Historic Bull RunMarkets are overpricing the pace and amount of Fed-rate cuts while overlooking stubbornly high inflation, warns economist Mohamed El-Erian.
January 19, 2024
10 Best Dividend Stocks for 2024: MorningstarThe best dividend stocks are not just the highest-yielding ones, analysts say.
January 19, 2024
JPMorgan Lifts CEO Jamie Dimon's Pay to $36M for 2023The bank had a record profit of $49.6 billion last year, boosted by interest rate hikes and its purchase of First Republic Bank.