Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Stocks Set for Best Month Since 2020
By Abigail MosesNasdaq 100 futures added more than 1% after the U.S. stock market hit a seven-week high Thursday.
July 27, 2022
8 Ways Advisor Clients Feel More ConfidentA Nationwide survey found advisor clients felt better about a number of financial matters.
July 27, 2022
Fed Hikes 75 Basis Points Second Time, Signals Third is PossibleCriticized for misjudging inflation and being slow to respond, officials are now forcefully raising interest rates to cool the economy.
July 27, 2022
8 Reasons Stress Testing Your Client's Financial Plan Is a MustFor one thing, inflation can eat away at clients' portfolios, according to eMoney.
July 26, 2022
Consumer Interest in Asset Protection May Be FallingAllianz Life found that the percentage of survey takers interested in protected products is shrinking.
July 26, 2022
Stressed Workers Could Use a Little Professional Advice on Retirement Saving: SchwabMany workers say advice is hard to access through their 401(k) plans, a Schwab survey found.
July 26, 2022
Tactical Funds Fumbling Their Chance to Shine This Year: Morningstar"I see no reason to invest in such funds," Morningstar's John Rekenthaler wrote.
July 26, 2022
8 Retirement Planning Points for Couples With a Large Age GapA sound plan should ensure that the couple's combined retirement assets cover an extended combined life expectancy.