Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Despite Strong Muni Market, GO Munis Turn Risky: BlackRock
By Bernice NapachThe muni bond market is now questioning the willingness and ability of some issuers to make payments on general obligation bonds: BlackRock's Peter Hayes.
June 07, 2016
Yellen Takes Away Bond Punch Bowl as Goldman Sees 40% July Rate Hike OddsGoldman analysts including Jan Hatzius said the Fed chair presented an upbeat view on the economy despite the weak jobs report.
June 07, 2016
7 Things To Know About U.S. Capital Markets in Q1: SIFMASIFMAs Research Quarterly report finds that issuance rose quarter to quarter across all asset classes except mortgage-related securities.
June 07, 2016
20 Best Cities to Start a CareerThese cities provide stellar job prospects and give new grads plenty of chances to socialize, too.
June 07, 2016
The Federal Reserve risks helping Donald TrumpThe Fed is poised to raise interest rates again, after raising them in December for the first time in more than nine years.
June 06, 2016
Top Portfolio Products: State Street and Elkhorn Add ETFsThis week's offerings also include a new asset allocation platform to help advisors comply with the DOL fiduciary rule.
June 06, 2016
Should Advisors Hedge Currency Risk?Hedging is supposed to reduce the currency risk in international investing, but that's not always the case something to consider when choosing international ETFs.
June 06, 2016
Yellen Sees Rates Rising Gradually but Avoids Precise TimingYellens speech is clearly aimed at calming nerves after a weak jobs report, an economist says.