Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Who Will Win the Factor ETF Fight?
By Ron DeLeggeFor investors and advisors alike, the battle over "smart beta" can be confusing because of widespread disagreement about which strategy is superior.
December 28, 2015
Morningstar Pessimistic on U.S. Growth in 2016 — Compared to OthersAnalysts share where weakness lies and the factors inhibiting expansion in different economic sectors.
December 28, 2015
Top 2016 Stock Picks From Market Bull Who’s Turned CautiousMarty Sass, a perennial stock market bull, tells ThinkAdvisor that he is now questioning the sustainability of the stock market rally.
December 28, 2015
Bull Market Getting ‘Long in the Tooth’: MorningstarInvestors (and advisors) may want to look at "value plays," as earnings dip and the market shows signs of "late-cycle behavior."
December 28, 2015
Top 5 Investor Threats: NASAANASAA also launched a senior-focused website for the elderly, family caregivers, the securities industry and policymakers.
December 28, 2015
Energy Outlook: Excess Supply, Low Prices to Continue in ’16As crude oil trades near an 11-year low, analysts explain what to expect from the energy markets in the year ahead,
December 28, 2015
Why Investors Shouldn’t Ignore the Power of the SunHow the latest $1.1 trillion spending bill will help boost investment in solar energy.
December 28, 2015
Top Portfolio Products: Vanguard Adds Core Bond FundWhy Vanguard is adding another actively managed bond fund to its stable of funds.