Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
12 of the Best Stock Index Funds, ETFs to Invest in Now: Morningstar
By Michael S. FischerThese gold-rated funds track a variety of indexes.
February 07, 2023
Powell Says Further Rate Hikes NeededIf the job situation remains very hot, "it may well be the case that we have to do more," the Federal Reserve chair said Tuesday.
February 07, 2023
Biden Will Call for Billionaire Tax, Bigger Levy on Stock BuybacksThese proposals will be highlighted by the president tonight in his State of the Union address.
February 06, 2023
Retirement Worries Trending Up Nationwide: SurveyWhile longer-term financial concerns are growing, new survey data shows shorter-term confidence remains largely intact.
February 06, 2023
Goldman Cuts Recession Odds to 25%The bank's economists also pointed to a rapid slowdown in inflation, and wage growth that's cooling.
February 06, 2023
Bond Investors Could Get 'Second Chance' to Lock In High RatesThe coming weeks could be pivotal for bond markets as investors process good news, Schwab's Kathy Jones says.
February 03, 2023
When Markets Are This Hot, Should You Jump In?The S&P 500 is up almost 9% this year, Nasdaq has gained over 16%, and Bitcoin's jumped more than 44%.
February 03, 2023
Investors Risk Sleepwalking Into Selloff: BofAStrategist Michael Hartnett suggests investors start selling the S&P 500 when it tops 4,200.