Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Liz Ann Sonders: Risk of Recession Low, but Inflation Picking Up
By James J. GreenAs for election ramifications, Schwabs investment strategist says history shows that when incumbent party wins, the stock market wins.
October 24, 2016
How the VIX Reads S&P 500's FutureFollowing the Brexit vote this summer and ahead of the impending U.S. presidential election, the VIX has become a bit of a rock star.
October 24, 2016
SEC Imposes 'Sweeping' Liquidity Rules for Mutual Funds, ETFsIn mid-October, the SEC adopted rules for mutual funds and ETFs to allow observers to better monitor liquidity risks in those investing vehicles.
October 24, 2016
Actively Going Passive, but at What Cost?Over the past few weeks, as weve traveled around the country visiting with advisors, a few common themes have arisen.
October 24, 2016
Wells Fargo Starts Nationwide TV Commercials Addressing ScandalThe bank, fined $185 million for opening millions of unauthorized accounts, hopes the ad campaign will help it retain clients.
October 24, 2016
10 Best U.S. Cities to Build WealthA number of factors influence how quickly and effectively a household can build its wealth, and many hinge on geography.
October 24, 2016
PE Investors Received Record $443 Billion in Distributions in 2015Dry powder at the end of Q3 stood at record-high levels.
October 24, 2016
Mergers Raise Prices, Not EfficiencyThe data show that while mergers may work out well for shareholders, they don't help the economy grow.