Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
10 Most Expensive Big Cities in the World: 2021
By Michael S. FischerThe EIU's twice-yearly survey compares more than 400 individual prices across some 200 products and services in 173 cities.
November 26, 2021
Fear of COVID-19 Omicron Variant Pounds Financial MarketsThe Biden administration is responding by imposing new travel restrictions.
November 24, 2021
In a Resurgent Economy, Inflation LoomsWages are increasing, but current data show that inflation is rising faster.
November 24, 2021
Are You Rich? That's a Ridiculous Question.Democrats are tying themselves into knots trying to define who's wealthy enough to pay for their new spending plan.
November 23, 2021
Rising Inflation May Be a Lesser Risk Than a Fed Mistake: StrategistsInflation has peaked or is about to, but price pressures will remain, economists and bond strategists say.
November 23, 2021
Why Retirees Are Spending More Than They Used ToIt's not just because of inflation, J.P. Morgan Asset Management's top retirement researcher tells ThinkAdvisor.
November 23, 2021
2021 News of the YearWe review the major developments affecting financial advisors — from Wall Street to Washington — over the past 12 months.
November 22, 2021
Christine Benz on the Industry Issue That Keeps Her Up at NightThe Morningstar columnist also dishes on her love of cooking and why "life planning" is the next frontier for advisors.