Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Shutdown Enters Fifth Day Amid Impasse Over Trump's Border Wall
By Scott Lanman and Alyza SebeniusAmong the departments without funding are Justice and Treasury; independent agencies like the SEC are also affected.
December 24, 2018
The Bear Market Is Coming. But When?Investors should prepare for a choppy ride, strategists say.
December 24, 2018
Mnuchin Bid to Calm Markets Risks Making Bad Situation WorseA Manulife asset manager wonders if a 'bigger, broader issue' might not be involved.
December 23, 2018
Bob Rodriguez: Recent Market Turmoil a 'Preamble' to Bigger CrisisThe ex-fund manager tells ThinkAdvisor why a recession could occur in 2019 and why he left the market.
December 21, 2018
Leveraged Loan Exodus Deepens as Outflows Top $3 BillionThis is the fifth straight week of outflows in excess of $1 billion.
December 21, 2018
Commodities: A Bright Spot on 2019 Investment Horizon?As trade wars and slowing growth take a toll on traditional investments, commodities may be investors' best friend.
December 21, 2018
Wealthfront Integrates With Crypto Accounts on Coinbase: Portfolio ProductsAlso, American Beacon Advisors, Innovator and IndexIQ launch new funds.
December 21, 2018
Why Advisors Should Consider Sustainable Investing in 2019Among the many reasons: climate change, risk reduction and the generational wealth transfer.