Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
'Scared Like Everybody Else': Stocks Go From Shaky to Unhinged
By Lu Wang and Elaine ChenThursday was only the fourth day in 20 years when stocks and bonds each posted 2%-plus declines, going by the ETFs that track them.
May 05, 2022
A Brief History of Economic Crises, Crashes and RecoveriesWhile today's soaring inflation and supply chain problems are concerning, the U.S. has historically recovered well from economic crises.
May 04, 2022
Schwab, T. Rowe: 9 Must-Watch Economic Predictions for Advisors, InvestorsTwo investment execs from the firms counseled advisors on handling the economic challenges they see ahead.
May 04, 2022
Interest Rate Hikes Turn Lead Into Helium for CNO Life and Annuity Products"New money rates" are starting to exceed the company's current portfolio yield.
May 04, 2022
Fed Hikes Rates Half-Point as Powell Signals Similar Moves AheadTreasuries and stocks rallied as the Fed chair dashed speculation it was weighing an increase of 75 basis points in the months ahead.
May 04, 2022
How QLACs Can Help Clients Manage Inflation Risk, Reduce RMDsWith inflation spiking, QLACs may be poised to protect against the threat that rising costs pose to retirees.
May 03, 2022
Envestnet, ThinkAdvisor Zoom In on Top Active ManagersThe 18th annual Asset Manager of the Year Award program recognizes active managers in eight categories.
May 03, 2022
5 Long-Term Effects of Ukraine War on U.S. Economy: The EconomistThe Economist Intelligence Unit makes some observations and predictions.