Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
CBO: Tax Cuts, Spending Driving Debt to Historic Levels
By Bernice NapachTax cuts, not entitlements, make up the biggest part of that debt explosion, former Fed Chair Janet Yellen says.
October 09, 2017
Thaler, Famed for ‘Nudge’ Theory, Wins Nobel Economics PrizeThaler will spend the prize money as "irrationally as possible," he says.
September 08, 2017
A Walk Through Richard Thaler’s MindFather of Behavioral Finance knocks traditional economic theorists and says we definitely should be worried about todays stock market.
September 06, 2017
How Stanley Fischer's Surprise Departure Could Shape Fed PolicyThe early resignation of Fischer as Fed vice chairman could potentially affect Fed regulatory policy as much or more than monetary policy.
June 26, 2017
Why Americans Feel So Good About a Mediocre EconomyOn surveys, businesspeople and consumers say the future looks bright. But recent economic activity hasn't appeared very robust.
May 15, 2017
6 Investing Themes Reshaping the FutureWith Trumps agenda mostly stalled, pay attention to stimulus plans, globalization and the aging of the population.
May 15, 2017
Unusually Low Volatility Can Be Dangerous for MarketsExcessive stability breeds instability down the road.
April 03, 2017
Long-Awaited 'Asian Century' Might Not Ever ComeAging populations increase the need for benefits, and they can also slow growth.