Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
More Americans Plan to Leave a Bequest; Fewer Expect to Receive One
By Michael S. FischerMany investors have not planned for their financial legacy, Northwestern Mutual reports.
July 04, 2025
Trump Signs His Tax-and-Spend Bill at White House CeremonyHe signed the bill into law Friday, enshrining an extension of tax cuts and steep cuts to some health programs.
July 03, 2025
House Sends $3.3T Tax Package, With HSA Provisions, to TrumpThe One Big Beautiful Bill Act also renews many current tax provisions and imposes health program funding cuts.
July 03, 2025
Trump Wins Broad Economic Policy Shift as House Passes Tax BillThe 218-214 vote in the House sends the legislation to Trump, in time for his July 4 deadline.
July 03, 2025
Who Won and Lost in Trump’s Tax BillBusiness investors and wealthy Americans are among the biggest winners in President Donald Trump’s tax bill.
July 02, 2025
Trump Meets GOP Hardliners as Tax Bill Hits Resistance in HouseSeveral House lawmakers predicted that the first procedural vote on Wednesday would fail.
July 01, 2025
Trump’s Tax Bill Passes SenateThe House is expected to vote on the bill this week, but success is not guaranteed.
June 30, 2025
Tax Bill Headed for 'Big Beautiful Pothole' in House: ValliereThe Senate legislation passed a procedural vote but lacks House support, says the AGF Investments policy strategist.