Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
12 States With the Most People in Financial Distress, 2026
By Michael S. FischerInflation, layoffs and public health emergencies have made it tough for many households to stay on top of their bills in recent years.
July 27, 2026
Most Americans Would Postpone Retirement to Financially Help a Loved OneThree-fourths of study participants would work up to five extra years should their assistance be needed.
July 24, 2026
How Advisors Can Keep Rising Costs From Derailing Clients' Retirement PlansWhen cash flow tightens, clients can be tempted to cut retirement savings. Here's how to reframe the conversation.
July 23, 2026
15 Biggest Wealth-Destroying Funds Over the Past 10 Years: MorningstarThe study focused on firms with the biggest increase in asset size after subtracting total inflows and outflows.
July 20, 2026
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Some Gen X Retirement Savers Face Extra Longevity RiskThey could live to 100, and so could their spouses. But wait, there's more.
July 20, 2026
Are Dividend Stocks Right for Retirement? It Depends on Who You Ask.Suze Orman likes them. Michael Finke isn't so sure. And other experts wonder why growth stocks couldn't complement them.
July 20, 2026
10 Value Stocks for Long-Term Investors to Snap Up Now: MorningstarThese companies have predictable cash flows and smart managers, and their shares are trading on the cheap, analysts say.