Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Highlander Capital's Weeck Is Passionate About Research and Proud of It
By Joseph FinoraEckart Weeck discovered Warren Buffett early in life and applied much of the Oracle's methods to his own investment management. Here he discusses how he applies deep dives and fundamental research to his trading.
October 08, 2018
Will the Stock Selloff Continue? Watch These 3 IndicatorsThese are the markets that DataTrek Research co-founder Nick Colas is watching.
October 08, 2018
First-Half US Portfolio Performance Challenged Advisors: NatixisActive management eked out a win over passive investments.
October 08, 2018
Rising Inequality Could Become a Credit Problem for the USA new report from Moody's Investors Service spells out the multiple fiscal and economic costs of rising inequality.
October 08, 2018
How Low Returns Affect Retirement Withdrawal StrategiesAn NBER paper examines the impact of low returns on Social Security claiming and other financial decisions.
October 08, 2018
Jonathan Clements: After Cuts in Fund Fees, Advisors' Fees Are NextThe longtime columnist tells ThinkAdvisor how advisors can maintain their value and why he likes immediate fixed annuities.
October 08, 2018
Key Global Bond Index Suffered $916 Billion Loss Last WeekIt was biggest loss since the aftermath of Trump's election in November 2016 and sows fears of even bigger losses ahead.
October 08, 2018
FINRA Board OKs Longer Arb Response TimeThe board also approved Regulatory Notices seeking comment on expanded trade reporting and margin requirements.