Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
7 Top Q1 Annuity Earnings Surprises
By Allison BellExecutives sat down, opened up the phones to the analysts and got real.
May 10, 2024
Americans Worry About Retirement Savings Shortfall: SurveyConcerns include Inflation, health care costs, a major market downturn and outliving assets, Schroders research found.
May 09, 2024
World's Top 15 Cities for Millionaires: 2024The number of millionaires in New York rose 48% in a decade; in Beijing, it nearly doubled.
May 07, 2024
'Good Reasons' Behind Markets' Recent Rise: Jeremy SiegelFed comments and government data offered cause for relief, the WisdomTree economist wrote.
May 07, 2024
8 Positive Findings Hiding in the Social Security Trustees ReportThe big picture is admittedly bleak, but there are also bright spots in the new yearly projections.
May 06, 2024
Social Security Retirement Fund Will Run Dry in 2033: Trustees ReportThere are bright spots in the new projections, but the news remains troubling, Social Security experts say.
May 06, 2024
Is the 4% Rule Too Safe?While rules of thumb aren't optimal, I think 5% is a more realistic starting point for typical retirees.
May 06, 2024
8 Trends in the Art MarketA recent Bank of America report provides some talking points for advisors helping clients navigate this alternative investment.