Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
Are We in a Recession? Here's What 6 Key Indicators Show
By Steve MatthewsThe official arbiters of U.S. recessions look at these monthly economic indicators to decide if the nation is in a downturn.
July 29, 2022
El-Erian, Crescenzi Explain Why Investors Are Betting on the Fed"The market is looking for a pivot ... when the only reason you would get it is [if] the economy collapses," said economist Mohamed El-Erian.
July 27, 2022
8 Ways Advisor Clients Feel More ConfidentA Nationwide survey found advisor clients felt better about a number of financial matters.
July 26, 2022
Consumer Interest in Asset Protection May Be FallingAllianz Life found that the percentage of survey takers interested in protected products is shrinking.
July 26, 2022
Stressed Workers Could Use a Little Professional Advice on Retirement Saving: SchwabMany workers say advice is hard to access through their 401(k) plans, a Schwab survey found.
July 26, 2022
Tactical Funds Fumbling Their Chance to Shine This Year: Morningstar"I see no reason to invest in such funds," Morningstar's John Rekenthaler wrote.
July 25, 2022
S&P 500 Has Already Bottomed, No Hard Landing: YardeniThe strategist sees resilience in earnings and has a still-healthy outlook for consumers and businesses even as the economy slows.
July 25, 2022
Death of Roe v. Wade Is Causing Financial Pain, a Doctor and Advisor SaysWomen denied abortions often have reduced earning potential for life, former ER physician Carolyn McClanahan tells ThinkAdvisor.