Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Fund Managers Bullish, Haven’t Hit ‘Peak Greed’ Yet: Merrill
By Michael S. FischerInvestors around the world expect stronger growth, higher inflation and higher profits, according to Bank of America Merrill Lynchs December global fund manager survey.
December 13, 2016
Don't Lower Corporate Taxes. Abolish Them.Business-friendly governments in the U.S. and the U.K. should eliminate corporate levies and just tax personal income and consumption.
December 13, 2016
Stress may be widening the U.S. longevity gapLife expectancy declined last year, and stress might have something to do with it.
December 13, 2016
Stress may be widening the U.S. longevity gapLife expectancy declined last year, and stress might have something to do with it.
December 13, 2016
4 Top Ways Workers Use Company Stock Plan Funds: FidelityFidelity poll finds employees often overlook this workplace benefit.
December 12, 2016
Chamber’s CEO: ‘Already Working’ With Trump to Kill DOL Fiduciary RuleU.S. Chamber of Commerce is urging immediate action to undo the rule, Thomas Donohue says.
December 12, 2016
Oil Climbs to 17-Month High on Saudi Pledge, Non-OPEC Output CutU.S. oil futures surged to almost $53 a barrel following the Saudi oil minister's pledge to cut output to below the level agreed upon.
December 12, 2016
Why Jack Bogle Prefers Index Funds to Index ETFsThe Vanguard founder has a message for all those advisors who favor ETFs over index mutual funds: Consider traditional index funds instead.