Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
23 College Towns Where Buying a Home Is Cheaper Than Campus Housing
By Erika Morphy and Michael S. FischerA Mortgage Research Network analysis finds that homeownership beats the price of room and board at some schools.
August 14, 2025
Treasurys Sink as Wholesale Inflation Dents Fed Rate-Cut BetsFor investors, the consumer price reading was enough to solidify wagers on a 25-basis-point rate cut.
August 14, 2025
Why Are Investor Returns Lagging by 15% a Year? (It's Not Fees)Morningstar uncovered the habits of investors whose results trailed those of funds in their portfolios over the past decade.
August 14, 2025
Best Colleges in 15 Categories: Princeton Review, 2025This year's rankings highlight schools with the best locations, financial aid, professors, dorms, food and more.
August 13, 2025
Investors Jump Into Riskiest Assets After Inflation ReportThe view is that falling interest rates will add fuel to an economy that’s been able to withstand the effects of Trump’s trade war.
August 13, 2025
Here's Who Nailed Calls for a Swift Stocks RecoveryJust two Wall Street forecasters stuck to their bullish outlooks, which turned out to be the right call.
August 12, 2025
8 Newly Overvalued Stocks: MorningstarThe latest list of expensive stocks includes a popular car maker and an electronic components producer.
August 12, 2025
3 Ways to Make Asset Transitions That Help Your Clients and Your BusinessHow assets are transitioned can make the difference between client satisfaction and client turnover.