Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
Will Housing Prices Flatten or Collapse?
By Jonathan LevinMonthly home value declines have now engulfed 22 of the 100 largest metropolitan areas, though inventory is still very tight.
August 12, 2022
3 Ways to Help Portfolios Get Ready for a Recession: BenzWith a looming slowdown, advisors could consider trimming some investment positions and expanding others, Morningstar's Chrstine Benz says.
August 12, 2022
What Democrats, Republicans Think of 12 Parts of the Inflation Reduction ActPublic policy researchers found much common ground in the legislation among Americans across the political spectrum.
August 11, 2022
12 States High Earners Are Flocking ToThese states saw the greatest influx of high-income earners in 2020, according to a SmartAsset analysis.
August 11, 2022
Jeremy Siegel: Fed Should Moderate Rate HikesThe Wharton professor says "I would go 50 [basis points] and then two 25s at this particular point, to complete market expectations."
August 10, 2022
17 Grocery Shopping Tips That Apply to InvestingIf you can advise them on saving money, finding value and not chase rising prices at the store, you can help them in the stock market.
August 10, 2022
Most Traders Predict a Recession This Year: SchwabRecession fears surpassed domestic and geopolitical worries in Q3 amid inflation concerns, Schwab's Barry Metzger says.
August 10, 2022
Inflation Surprises Are Bad Even When They're GoodUnexpected inflation makes it hard for firms and households to make prudent investment decisions, making real earnings volatile.