Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Is Warren Buffett a Hypocrite on Taxes?
By Gil WeinreichHold the pickles, hold the lettuce, special tax deals dont upset Warren Buffett, who's having it his way with the Burger King tax inversion.
August 25, 2014
Hussman Rails Against FedLike a puppeteer trying to control his puppet without realizing the strings have been cut, the Fed's policy levers cannot reach their targets, Hussman argues.
August 25, 2014
How Financial Planning Improves Investors’ Bottom LinesMy financial planning "software" stress-tests a clients portfolio by calculating their federal and state tax burden for years to come.
August 22, 2014
Metals Madness: Palladium Prices Soar as Gold MeandersAnalysts explain the factors driving the divergent performance of these commodities and their associated ETFs.
August 22, 2014
Can Managed Futures Be an Income Investor’s Best Friend?Managed futures are a good portfolio diversifier, but they also turn out to be negatively correlated with high-yield bonds. Income, anyone?
August 21, 2014
Global Dividends Up 12% on US, Developed Market StrengthDividends increased almost 12% in the second quarter, according to a report released Monday by Henderson Global Investors.
August 21, 2014
With Oil Prices Down and Demand Slowing, Are Energy Stocks a Good Play?BlackRock's Russ Koesterich makes the case that energy company stocks remain attractive and deserve a place in the portfolio.