Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
American Investors Bullish on U.S. Equities
By Michael S. FischerEighty-six percent of affluent U.S. investors were optimistic about investments, according to a Legg Mason survey published this week.
April 16, 2014
ThinkAdvisor’s 2014 Q1 Earnings Calendar for the Finance SectorThe first-quarter 2014 earnings period is now under way, with many finance sector companies reporting.
April 15, 2014
Obamacare Wins U.S. Bond Converts as Slowing Costs Tame CPIRegardless of what Americans think about Obamacare, reining in health care costs is winning the support of investors in U.S. Treasuries.
April 15, 2014
Top 10 Big Trends Among the Ultra-HNWKnight Frank sees tremendous growth in the ultra-high-net-worth population, among other predictions for the next decade.
April 15, 2014
Investors Return to Bond Market, but Not to PIMCO: MorningstarMeanwhile, Vanguard dominates inflows for both March and the first quarter.
April 14, 2014
4 ways to make Twitter your ownThe advantages of using Twitter to market your business are many. If you have yet to explore this platforms potential, here are some tips to get started.
April 13, 2014
Investors Still Favor Equity, Taxable Bond Funds: LipperPositive Q1 returns seem to be overshadowing recent volatility, at least for now, says Tom Roseen of Lipper.
April 12, 2014
Top Portfolio Products: Gundlach to Manage New DoubleLine Flexible Income FundMainStay and Cushing partner on MLP and energy-related funds, ETF Securities Group launches an index unit and more portfolio news.