Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
20 Richest Women in the U.S.: Forbes, 2024
By Michael S. FischerIn all, 67 women appear on the latest Forbes 400 list of America's wealthiest people.
October 14, 2024
11 Most Expensive ZIP Codes: 2024The median home in these neighborhoods sells for $4.3 million or more, according to PropertyShark.
October 11, 2024
4 Keys to Succession PlanningThe financial advice industry remains largely unprepared for exits, planned or otherwise.
October 10, 2024
12 Least Affordable Metro Areas for Real Estate: 2024In one of these metros, the typical home costs 10 times the median income, according to Clever Real Estate.
October 10, 2024
Social Security's 2025 COLA Helps, but Seniors Still Face Cost-of-Living CrisisOne analyst observes that the 2.5% monthly benefit increase, while welcome, won't even cover a week of groceries.
October 10, 2024
Social Security COLA for 2025 Set at 2.5%The annual COLA is based on inflation data for the third quarter, through September.
October 09, 2024
'Dr. Doom' Warns of Stagflation Shock if Trump WinsTrump's proposals threaten to slow down the economy and spur inflation, Nouriel Roubini says.
October 09, 2024
Wall Street Salaries Fall Further From Pandemic HeightsThe 5.2% drop on the prior year was largely due to smaller bonuses, which were $176,500 on average.