Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
Ed Slott: Here's the Secret to Good Tax Planning
By Melanie Waddell"Always pay taxes at the lowest rate — that's it," the retirement expert maintains. "It's that simple."
August 18, 2025
Edward Jones Plans Home Office Layoffs This MonthThe firm now has about 9,000 home office employees serving its roughly 20,000 financial advisors and their clients.
August 17, 2025
23 College Towns Where Buying a Home Is Cheaper Than Campus HousingA Mortgage Research Network analysis finds that homeownership beats the price of room and board at some schools.
August 15, 2025
30% of Life and Annuity Issuers Cut Staffing in Past Year: SurveyBut, hiring data shows, they are increasing growth projections and are desperate for technology and analytics talent.
August 15, 2025
12 States With the Highest Rates of Billion-Dollar RIAsSmartAsset rankings are based on the percentage that manage $1 billion or more as of August Form ADV filings.
August 14, 2025
Best Colleges in 15 Categories: Princeton Review, 2025This year's rankings highlight schools with the best locations, financial aid, professors, dorms, food and more.
August 12, 2025
3 Ways to Make Asset Transitions That Help Your Clients and Your BusinessHow assets are transitioned can make the difference between client satisfaction and client turnover.
August 12, 2025
Trump May Allow Lawsuit Against Powell Over Fed RenovationThe renovation work has become a flashpoint in Trump’s pressure campaign against Powell for not lowering borrowing costs.