Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
White House, McCarthy Disavow Short-Term Debt-Limit Extension
By Erik WassonTreasury Secretary Janet Yellen says the U.S. could exhaust its ability to meet its obligations by June 1.
May 08, 2023
Jeremy Siegel: Bar 'Extremely High' for Another Fed Rate HikeThree important data points would need to come in unexpectedly hot, the Wharton economist suggested.
May 08, 2023
Group Life Insurers Talk About Q1 Death RatesFive early earnings releases suggest that better is not the same as normal.
May 08, 2023
Buffett: 'Incredible Period' for Economy, Berkshire Coming to an EndHis prediction for a slowdown comes as turmoil at regional banks threatens to curtail lending amid inflation and higher rates.
May 04, 2023
The Investing Strategies That Can Lead to 'Financial Freedom'One good strategy is "over-rebalancing," HumbleDollar founder Jonathan Clements tells ThinkAdvisor.
May 04, 2023
DoubleLine's Gundlach 'Turning More Bearish'The odds of a recession are "pretty darn high right now," he says.
May 04, 2023
Where Do Annuities Fit in Your Client's Retirement Strategy?Wade Pfau and Spencer Look attempted to clear up some of advisors' annuity confusion at the Morningstar conference.
May 03, 2023
Gary Shilling Is Still Waiting for Investors to 'Puke'The bear market likely isn't over, and a recession is probably underway, the investment strategist said.