Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Niall Ferguson: The Black Swan Investors Should Fear
By Gil WeinreichThe conservative Harvard economic historian says there's a problem much bigger than Fed tapering for investors to worry about.
May 16, 2014
Top 5 States With Greatest New 401(k) GrowthNew 401(k) plans are a good indication of a states growing economy, according to research by Judy Diamond Associates.
May 15, 2014
Putnam’s Reynolds: Better Times Call for Active ManagementWere entering a period where active management can really add premium, Bob Reynolds said at the Envestnet conference.
May 15, 2014
10th Annual SMA Managers of the Year Revealed; Tom Johnson Takes Top HonorsThe 10th annual SMA Managers of the Year were announced at the Envestnet Advisor Summit, honoring seven winners in five categories.
May 15, 2014
Senators Vow More Work on Housing After Voting to Wind Down Fannie, FreddieMembers of the Senate Banking Committee said theyd keep working to overhaul the housing finance system after casting a narrow vote to advance the bill.
May 15, 2014
15 Cheapest Colleges With Best Job ValueKeeping tuition costs low makes a degree a better investment. Here are 15 affordable colleges whose graduates earn high salaries.
May 15, 2014
3 Top Managers Give 3 Best Global Stock StrategiesThree leading portfolio managers at Envestnets Advisor Summit shared their strategies for developed, emerging and frontier market investing.
May 14, 2014
Gundlach: Long Bond ‘Melt-Up’ ComingStar bond manager Jeffrey Gundlach roused Altegris conference attendees with a bullish call on long-term bonds, poised, he says, for a melt-up.