Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Dimon, Solomon to Meet With Mamdani as Mayor Pushes Higher Taxes
By Laura NahmiasThe meetings come as Mamdani backs a flurry of proposals that push for higher taxes on the wealthy.
May 18, 2026
Morgan Stanley's Wilson Warns Stock Rally at Risk From Bond RoutThe firm expects a "meaningful" stock correction if bond market volatility inreases and long-term rates keep rising, Wilson writes.
May 15, 2026
Trump's More Than 3,700 Trades Astonish Wall Street InsidersIn the first quarter, the president bought at least $1 million each in firms like Nvidia, Oracle, Microsoft and Boeing.
May 15, 2026
These 10 Blue-Chip Stocks Are On Sale Now: MorningstarInvestors often center them in their portfolios, Morningstar notes, because the companies are leaders in their industries.
May 15, 2026
How Merrill Advisors Help Rich Families With Wealth TransfersAdvisors have a crucial role in these sometimes-messy conversations, Merrill Center for Family Wealth head Valerie Galinskaya says.
May 15, 2026
BofA's Hartnett Says Stock Market Ripe for Profit Taking in JuneGrowing price pressures are having a broad impact, from energy and transportation costs to rents, the strategist notes.
May 14, 2026
Newsom Pitches Software Tax to Raise Billions in New RevenueThe plan could raise $1.1 billion in state and local tax revenue in the upcoming budget year.
May 14, 2026
Corient Acquires $7.8B Capital AdvisorsThe firm's principals will become Corient partners upon closing, expected later this quarter.