Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
15 Financial Firms That Are Laying Off Workers
By Michael S. FischerThe trend of surging headcounts in the industry appears to be reversing for now.
December 16, 2022
Goldman Sachs May Cut Up to 4,000 JobsThe firm's headcount has surged in recent years as CEO David Solomon completed acquisitions to build a more diversified company.
December 15, 2022
15 Happiest Cities in AmericaMoney can't necessarily buy happiness, but there's definitely a correlation, according to SmartAsset.
December 15, 2022
15 Hottest Rental Markets in the U.S.Renting is at a 50-year high, according to RentCafe.
December 13, 2022
The 10 Fastest Rising Costs for SeniorsOverall, prices were up 7.1% in November from a year ago.
December 13, 2022
BlackRock: Recession Coming, Not Priced Into Stocks YetA new investment playbook is needed as long bull markets aren't likely to return, according to BlackRock analysts.
December 13, 2022
12 Best & Worst Broker-Dealer Stocks of 2022The stock prices of most publicly traded BDs have fallen in 2022, with several notable exceptions.
December 12, 2022
For 2023, Diversification Is Back, and So Is Volatility: Schwab's KleintopIt might be difficult to pinpoint the end of the economic downturn, the Schwab strategist tells ThinkAdvisor.