Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Morgan Stanley Shuns Aging U.S. Bull Market for Japan in 2017
By Adam HaighStrategist upgrades Japan stocks and downgrades U.S. equities; one of the years worst performers becomes a favorite.
November 28, 2016
Why Are REIT Values Below the Private Market?The public market is more concerned about rising rates and fundamentals than the private market is, says Green Street Advisors Jim Sullivan.
November 28, 2016
Seraphim Capital Adds Pioneering Space Tech Fund: Top Portfolio ProductsIn other product news, FlexShares added an actively managed bond ETF.
November 27, 2016
For Cuba’s Economy After Castro, a Glum ForecastAt a glance, the case for Cubas optimism is obvious, but the core problems of the region will also hamper its growth, writes Tyler Cowen.
November 23, 2016
Fed Officials Expect to Raise Rates in DecemberFed officials see a strengthening case to raise rates as the labor market tightened, according to their November meeting minutes.
November 23, 2016
6 Keys to Investment Success: T. Rowe’s Brian Rogers ReflectsAs Rogers prepares to retire in March, he shares the investment lessons hes learned during 35 years at T. Rowe Price.
November 22, 2016
Financial planners play therapist to paralyzed liberalsInvestors across the country are variously cheering and mourning the election of Donald Trump as U.S. president.
November 22, 2016
Muni Bonds Face Hit From Trump Tax Plan, Unfunded LiabilitiesTrumps plans to reduce tax rates coupled with growing unfunded pension liabilities spell potential problems for the muni market.