Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Top 5 Money Habits of Happy Couples: Ameriprise Study
By Michael S. FischerWhile 68% of couples say they communicate well about their finances, 31% admit they argue about money at least once a month.
September 20, 2016
Fed Meeting Shouldn't Obscure BOJ's Big MomentThe most informative policy decision this week could take place in Tokyo, which may signal what lies ahead for other central banks.
September 20, 2016
Goldman Picks a Side in One of the Fed's Most Contentious DebatesEconomists try to get to the bottom of inflation's chicken-or-egg problem.
September 20, 2016
Financial Services Firms’ Reputation Still Shadowed by 2008 CrisisThe 2008 financial crisis continues to shape negative consumer views of the financial services firms.
September 19, 2016
Active U.S. Equity Funds Bled Cash in August: MorningstarActive U.S. equity funds continued to hemorrhage assets in August while their passive counterparts persisted in performing well.
September 19, 2016
Markets and Pundits Have a Data-Point FixationPeople often seem to overlook the weaknesses in data. I see this often in the financial community, and among presidential poll watchers.
September 19, 2016
Funds Dump Gold at Fastest Pace Since May as Fed View ShiftsMoney managers cut bets on bullion rally by most since May as Fed officials prepare to release policy statement on Sept. 21.
September 19, 2016
Central Bank Meetings Could Bring 'Global Repricing' This Week: CitiExpect a bumpy ride as global markets digest news from both a U.S. Fed Reserve and Bank of Japan gathering, according to one analyst.