Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
BlackRock Downgrades U.S., European & Global Stocks
By Emily ZulzStocks overall appear more vulnerable to short-term risks, according to BlackRock.
May 31, 2016
Top Portfolio Products: FPA Launches Reengineered PlannerSearch PlatformFPA has made it easier for consumers to find financial planners. See how the organization redesigned its PlannerSearch website.
May 31, 2016
Yellen left door open for rate increase after July, Allianz saysFederal Reserve Chairs speech set good tone, Hooper says. Monetary policy exhaustion poses greatest risk in medium term.
May 27, 2016
Pension Plan De-Risking Is On the Rise: SurveyLonger life expectancies and higher insurance premiums are driving pension costs sky-high.
May 27, 2016
U.S. Economy Grew Slightly More Than Estimated in Q1"Its still a very poor start to the year," an economist says.
May 27, 2016
Economy in U.S. expands more than previously estimatedGross domestic product increased at a 0.8 percent annualized rate in three months through March.
May 26, 2016
The one time it's OK to pile up credit card debtAmericans are back to borrowing more with credit cards.
May 26, 2016
Note to Swiss: Basic income plans have a basic flawProponents of universal basic income argue that giving citizens money directly is an effective poverty-relief measure.