Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
What Democrats, Republicans Think of 12 Parts of the Inflation Reduction Act
By Michael S. FischerPublic policy researchers found much common ground in the legislation among Americans across the political spectrum.
August 11, 2022
Robinhood Must Face Market Manipulation Claims Over Meme TradingA Miami judge dismissed some allegations against the platform, but is allowing others in a class-action lawsuit to move forward.
August 11, 2022
Sen. Warren Blasts Fed for Withholding Trading RecordsAlso this week, some Republican lawmakers vowed to create legislation that will compel the Fed to disclose certain information to Congress.
August 10, 2022
17 Grocery Shopping Tips That Apply to InvestingIf you can advise them on saving money, finding value and not chase rising prices at the store, you can help them in the stock market.
August 10, 2022
Mocked by Everyone, Stock Rally Sits at Cusp of LandmarkIt's getting harder to brush aside the recovery in the S&P 500 as it hovers near a widely watched measure, market strategists say.
August 10, 2022
Most Traders Predict a Recession This Year: SchwabRecession fears surpassed domestic and geopolitical worries in Q3 amid inflation concerns, Schwab's Barry Metzger says.
August 10, 2022
Inflation Surprises Are Bad Even When They're GoodUnexpected inflation makes it hard for firms and households to make prudent investment decisions, making real earnings volatile.
August 10, 2022
Why It's So Hard to Define a RecessionNo two recessions are alike, and the debate among politicians and economists only adds to the confusion.