Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
10 Lessons From the Fall Frenzy of Financial Activity
By Daniel S. KernThe relatively short time between Labor Day and Thanksgiving is a blur of activity in the investment industry.
November 02, 2017
Powell Pledges to Pursue Fed’s Employment, Inflation GoalsTrumps pick for Fed chair says hell retain the Feds tradition of monetary policy independence.
November 01, 2017
GOP Tax Plan Increases Need for Estate Planning FlexibilityFor high-net-worth clients, the key principle today is keeping options open.
October 31, 2017
Senate Democrats Rip GOP Tax Limits on 401(k)s, Offer Their Own PlanDemocrats "have been slack-jawed at the idea that they [GOP lawmakers] just cannot keep their hands off your 401(k), said Sen. Ron Wyden.
October 30, 2017
How Advisors Really Use Morningstar Fund RatingsA recent Wall Street Journal investigation found the ratings have a limited value, but most advisors already knew that.
October 30, 2017
Stocks Aren’t Spooky, but Expect More Volatility: SchwabSchwabs Liz Ann Sonders, Jeffrey Kleintop and Brad Sorensen believe the bull market will continue and suggest investors remain at their target allocations.
October 30, 2017
U.S. Economy Grew 3% in Third Quarter, Stronger Than ExpectedStrength in consumer spending and business investment offset the fallout from hurricanes in Texas and Florida.
October 30, 2017
VictoryShares Introduces High Dividend Emerging Market ETF: Portfolio ProductsColumbia Threadneedle Investments launched a new target date solution.