Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
In a Resurgent Economy, Inflation Looms
By Stephanie LinkWages are increasing, but current data show that inflation is rising faster.
November 24, 2021
Biggest Retirement News of 2021Some of this year's biggest headlines focused on topics like the Social Security COLA and IRA issues.
November 24, 2021
Are You Rich? That's a Ridiculous Question.Democrats are tying themselves into knots trying to define who's wealthy enough to pay for their new spending plan.
November 23, 2021
Rising Inflation May Be a Lesser Risk Than a Fed Mistake: StrategistsInflation has peaked or is about to, but price pressures will remain, economists and bond strategists say.
November 23, 2021
Why Retirees Are Spending More Than They Used ToIt's not just because of inflation, J.P. Morgan Asset Management's top retirement researcher tells ThinkAdvisor.
November 23, 2021
2021 News of the YearWe review the major developments affecting financial advisors — from Wall Street to Washington — over the past 12 months.
November 22, 2021
Top Advisor News of 2021Some of the most unfortunate developments in the advice industry this year included crime and alleged discrimination.
November 22, 2021
Why BofA Is Bearish on Markets and Sees 'Rates Shock' Coming in '22Strategists also share recommendations, like taking long positions in certain sectors, the U.S. dollar and real assets.