Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Gary Shilling Makes the Case for Low Inflation
By Bernice NapachThe economist and money manager explains why long-term rates are not necessarily heading higher while the Fed hikes rates.
January 04, 2018
Dow Tops 25,000 as Global Stock Markets RallyA stronger-than expected private payroll report lifted stock prices. The Labor Department releases its December jobs report Friday.
January 04, 2018
Bob Doll's 10 Predictions for 2018We're moving from a smooth gallop to a bumpy grind, the Nuveen chief equity strategist says.
January 04, 2018
GMO's Grantham: Brace for a Melt-Up in Next 2 YearsThe GMO co-founder explains why he thinks a melt-up or end phase of a bubble is likely within the next six months to two years.
January 03, 2018
Bitcoin Loses Dazzle as Second-Tier Crypto Coins Catch UpThe paper value of all cryptocurrencies has more than doubled to nearly $700 billion in the past month.
January 03, 2018
Most Fed Officials Backed Continued Gradual Rate IncreasesCentral bankers discussed reasons to speed up, slow down hikes; debate also focused on risks of a flattening yield curve.
January 03, 2018
Schwab Adds 12 Commission-Free ETFs to PlatformA dozen new ETFs are added to its ETF OneSource platform effective today nine stock funds and three bond funds.
January 02, 2018
Preventive Medicine for PortfoliosWhy the long/short equity category deserves a look.