Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
Americans' 9 Biggest Financial Worries: Gallup
By Michael S. FischerConcerns about costs far outpace all other fiscal challenges, the annual Economy and Personal Finance survey finds.
April 30, 2026
Trump to Sign Order to Expand Access to Retirement PlansThe executive order reportedly directs Treasury to create a new website, TrumpIRA.gov, to allow workers to find private-sector plans.
April 29, 2026
Powell Says He'll Stay On at the FedWhile Powell's term as chair ends on May 15, his Board of Governors seat doesn't expire until 2028.
April 29, 2026
Fed Keeps Rates Steady as Powell's Leadership Nears EndThe 8-4 vote marked the first time since October 1992 that four officials dissented against an FOMC decision.
April 29, 2026
Advisors Expect Year-End Stock RallySeven in 10 expect the S&P 500 to finish 2026 up by 5% or more, InspereX research finds.
April 28, 2026
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'Gray Divorce' Leaves Little Room for Error in Retirement PlanningAfter 65, the parties have more assets to split and less time to rebuild their financial lives.
April 28, 2026
Your 50-Year-Old Client Has No Retirement Account. What's an Advisor to Do?This scenario is relatively common, advisors say, and there are several techniques to help these clients catch up.
April 27, 2026
The High-End Collectibles That Gained, and Lost, Value in 2025Although values remained under pressure, Knight Frank notes, the annual decline slowed during 2025.