Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
S&P/Case-Shiller Reports Home Prices Rose Again in June
By Michael S. FischerPotential spoilers of the upward trend: a Fed rate rise and volatility in the stock market.
August 25, 2015
Why Oil-Producing Countries Keep on PumpingThe big oil-producing countries keep pumping, even though prices are at a six-year low. Who will blink first?
August 25, 2015
Advisors urge investors: Don’t panicDont panic, review your portfolio and, if your stomach can handle it, consider buying more stocks.
August 24, 2015
China: Currency Regime Change Bodes Well for Longer TermChina has been undertaking a series of moves aimed not only at shoring up its domestic economy but at inviting greater foreign investment.
August 24, 2015
El-Erian: This Sell-Off Might Be DifferentIt's uncertain, El-Erian writes, whether longer-term stability can be restored with the policy tools that were available in the past.
August 24, 2015
Is Now the Time to Buy Energy Stocks?If so, how and what should you buy? Large caps or small, individual equities or mutual funds? A look at the data suggests some strategies.
August 24, 2015
Advisors Urge Investors: Don’t PanicTheir advice to clients as markets plunged: Dont panic, review your portfolio and if your stomach can handle it consider buying more stocks.
August 24, 2015
10 Best Cities for Retirement: 2015WalletHub recently ranked the 150 most populated cities based on how well retirees can live affordably, stay busy and find health care.