Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
What's the Key to Broader Adoption of ESG Investing?
By Emily ZulzCerulli research indicates that more wealth management firms are building out ESG capabilities for investors and advisors.
September 06, 2018
Vanguard Launches Total World Bond ETFThis fund of funds invests in two Vanguard bond ETFs -- one domestic and one international.
September 06, 2018
State Street Cuts Fees on 4 ETFsThe move could potentially help State Street stem the tide of ETF outflows, which lead the industry year to date.
September 05, 2018
Tax Law Unlikely to Help GOP in Midterm Elections: BrookingsThe tax overhaul was unpopular, but that's not the only reason, according to the Brookings Institution.
September 05, 2018
Republicans Weigh Abandoning Tax Cut 2.0 After SALT BacklashParty leaders fear the effort to make cuts permanent could antagonize voters in some hotly contested districts.
September 03, 2018
Fed Is Most at Risk of Falling Behind: Swiss Re EconomistJerome Haegeli says a tight U.S. labor market could promote inflation.
August 31, 2018
Investors Trust Their Gut on Inflation and Interest Rates: NuveenInvestors say they pay close attention to inflation, but most don't even know what the current rate is, a survey found.
August 29, 2018
Meb Faber Uncovers, Again, the Best Investment WritingFaber offers ThinkAdvisor a sneak peek at his new book of essays from investors like Arnott, Ritholtz and Swedroe.