Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Narrowing Gender Pay and Power Gaps Could Boost Growth, Markets
By Bernice NapachHigher pay for women and more executive positions could give markets the jolt they need, studies find.
March 08, 2019
US Payrolls Shock Suggests Dawn of a Long-Forecast SlowdownEmployers added 20,000 jobs during the month, the fewest since September 2017, missing all economist estimates and bucking a recent trend of strong February readings.
March 08, 2019
Clayton: SEC Plans to Update Equity Market Rules This YearThe plans address issues raised in a series of roundtables with market participants and investors last year.
March 07, 2019
ECB Slashes Growth Forecast, Injects More StimulusThe ECB cut its 2019 growth forecast to 1.1%, down from 1.7%, and revived its Targeted Longer-Term Refinancing Operations to encourage bank lending.
March 07, 2019
Vanguard Plans Its First Actively Managed ESG Mutual FundThe Global ESG Select Stock Fund will charge 55 basis points for Investor shares.
March 07, 2019
12 Best & Worst Broker-Dealers: Q4 Earnings, 2018Recent results for financial firms bounced back from a year ago, as one-time charges from tax reforms translated into one-time benefits.
March 07, 2019
Quick Facts: 9 ACA Employer Mandate FAQsHow to count employees, 2 ways wellness programs are treated, 2 employer penalties & more.
March 07, 2019
NY Fed President Williams Suggests No Change in Rates This YearU.S. "monetary policy right is where it should be," said New York Fed President John Williams.