Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Stocks Extend Drop on Report U.S.-Japan Talks Sour
By Rita NazarethThere were also concerns that the U.S. may revoke waivers for allies with semiconductor plants in China.
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.
June 18, 2025
Social Security to Go Bust in 2033: Trustees ReportThe combined trust funds are on track to go broke one year earlier than projected in 2024.
June 17, 2025
What to Expect in Stocks, Bonds for the Rest of 2025: SchwabAll eyes are on tariffs and the tax bill, Liz Ann Sonders and other strategists write.
June 17, 2025
Bonds Rise on Bet of at Least One Fed Cut in 2025The U.S. Treasury market has risen 2.3% so far this year, according to a Bloomberg gauge.