Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Debate: Should Key Tax Bill Provisions Be Temporary?
By Robert Bloink and William H. ByrnesSeveral components of the working drafts in Congress are scheduled to leave the tax code after 2028.
June 20, 2025
Stocks Extend Drop on Report U.S.-Japan Talks SourThere were also concerns that the U.S. may revoke waivers for allies with semiconductor plants in China.
June 20, 2025
Morgan Stanley to Shutter Electronic Equity Market-Making UnitThe firm has been the last major bank still in the business of paying retail brokers for options order flow.
June 20, 2025
Waller Says Fed Could Cut Interest Rates as Soon as JulyFed Governor Christopher Waller reiterated his view that the inflation hit from tariffs will likely be short-lived.
June 18, 2025
8 Flaws to Watch For in IRA Conversion ToolsThe designer of a new Roth conversion analyzer says existing tools fall far short of their intended purpose.
June 18, 2025
Investors Seek Active Strategies, Professional Advice: NatixisFacing global conflict, inflation and policy uncertainty, investors are looking for support, research found.
June 18, 2025
12 Worst State Economies: 2025Factors working against these areas include high foreclosure rates and low innovation potential, WalletHub finds.
June 18, 2025
Fed Holds Rates Again, Still Sees Two Cuts by Year EndUncertainty over the economic outlook is still high but has diminished, Fed officials say.