Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
6 Quick Facts About the Presidential Candidates' Personal Finances
By Melanie WaddellHow much real estate does Trump own? How much does Biden make on speeches? WalletHub checked out their financial disclosures.
March 02, 2020
U.S. Charitable Giving Projected to Grow in 2020 and 2021A report from the Lilly School of Philanthropy recommends a "stress test" to gauge recession preparedness.
March 02, 2020
What to Expect After Last Week's Market CarnageGet ready for another bumpy ride — and possibly a Fed rate cut ahead of its official meeting.
February 28, 2020
Longtime TV Host Consuelo Mack Imparts Some Advice for AdvisorsThe "WealthTrack" host, who has been interviewing financial pros since 2005, tells ThinkAdvisor what advisors should focus on.
February 28, 2020
6 Things Your Clients Should Know About This Volatile Market: Morningstar's BenzHere's some advice on how to hang on during this market rampage.
February 28, 2020
Warren Probes Biggest Banks on Coronavirus ExposureWarren asked how the CEOs of Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America "are monitoring and preparing to mitigate the economic risks of the outbreak."
February 28, 2020
3 Ways Coronavirus Could Derail Trump's Reelection: Andy FriedmanOne factor: The market drop could erode consumer confidence, and the adverse economic effects could linger until Election Day.
February 27, 2020
Most Businesses Expect Their Taxes to Go Up This Year: SurveyAn accounting network polled tax execs at companies with revenues from $100 million to $3 billion.