Economic Trends
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By Allison BellInflation is increasing some clients' interest in tying value to something tangible.
August 08, 2024
New Retirement Income Model Shows Who's at Highest RiskCertain demographic groups are at more risk of falling short than others, a new Morningstar analysis finds.
August 08, 2024
'Silver Wave' Isn't the Only Factor Boosting AnnuitiesLIMRA projects an increase in annual annuity sales to as much as $378 billion, Principal's Sri Reddy says.
August 07, 2024
Dimon Says He's Skeptical Inflation Will Return to Fed's 2% TargetThe head of JPMorgan has been warning for more than a year that inflation may be stickier than investors expect.
August 06, 2024
Only a Quarter of Americans Expect to Leave an InheritanceMeanwhile, about 32% of millennials and 38% of Gen Zers expect to receive an inheritance, Northwestern Mutual found.
August 05, 2024
'As an Industry, We Can Do Better' for Clients, RIA Says"Wall Street uses tricks to fool customers," Merrill advisor turned RIA Christopher Manske says.
August 05, 2024
The Danger, and the Opportunity, in Today's Market SelloffLong-term investors should see opportunity before year-end, Peter Mallouk says.
August 05, 2024
10 Phrases That Calm Clients' Market FearsFor shaky investors, these conversation starters help put short-term volatility into perspective.