Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
12 Least Affordable U.S. Cities for Housing
By Michael S. FischerHousing costs eat up 36% of the median income in the top city on this list, SmartAsset finds.
September 29, 2025
PIMCO CEO Says Tariff Uncertainty Poses Risks to StocksWhile there are bright spots, like data centers, "life in industrial America isn’t great," said Emmanuel Roman.
September 25, 2025
9 Scary Stats About Gen X Retirement ReadinessMembers of Generation X are frankly freaked out about retirement — especially women and lower earners.
September 25, 2025
Medicare Could Tie Commission Growth to Overall Inflation RateThat's one of the suggestions in an Urban Institute report on the role of Medicare plans' agents and brokers.
September 25, 2025
10 Dividend-Growth Stocks That Are Cheap Now: MorningstarCompanies that regularly increase dividends tend to have competitive advantages that bolster them in economic downturns.
September 24, 2025
10 Fastest-Growing Wealth MarketsThese countries have experienced a significant wealth influx over the past decade, Henley & Partners finds.
September 23, 2025
14 Best Places to Retire on $1,200 a MonthRetirement abroad is possible even for Americans on a limited budget, according to research from International Living.
September 23, 2025
7 'Must Read' Books for Financial PlannersWe asked David Blanchett and other industry experts for book recommendations. Here’s what they suggested.