Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
This Bull Market Has Room to Run
By Barry RitholtzAre we in a cyclical bull market coming to an end or in the early years of a secular bull market? The answer could have a significant impact on the way portfolios perform.
November 11, 2016
Fischer says Fed close to reaching goals and lifting ratesThe Fed appears poised to raise interest rates, as expected, by the end of the year.
November 11, 2016
The Alternatives to Chasing YieldIn looking for bond-replacing securities in client portfolios, consider the companys growth prospects and valuation.
November 10, 2016
Don’t Overreact. Stay Optimistic. Advice From Advisors Post-ElectionWhether its been clients or media asking advisors the questions, the advice has been the same: Focus on the long term.
November 10, 2016
Post-Election, Where Can Active Managers Add Alpha?To begin, consider these 15 sectors and issues to find areas where an investment advisor can add value to client portfolios.
November 10, 2016
Valliere: President Trump Is a 9.0 ‘Policy Earthquake’Washington analyst Greg Valliere says that the policy changes Trump and Republicans will pursue will be staggering.
November 10, 2016
Trump’s Plan Aims to Repeal Estate Tax, AMTTrump needs to iron out some details of his tax plan with House GOPs plan; with size being the obvious difference, says Tax Foundation.
November 10, 2016
The election's dramatic effect on insurance stocksLife insurers' stock prices surged, while health insurance stocks plunged.