Economic Trends
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Morgan Stanley Advisors Face Higher Revenue Hurdles in 2027
By Rob BurgessWith grid thresholds 10% higher, a market dip "becomes a dangerous double-whammy," a consultant says.
September 18, 2026
Creative Planning Accelerates Employee Equity OwnershipThe program encompasses roughly 1,000 of the firm's 3,000 employees, CEO Peter Mallouk says.
September 18, 2026
12 States With the Highest Incomes Needed to Join the 1%The income threshold to join this group varies dramatically by state, SmartAsset reports.
September 17, 2026
The Key to Peace of Mind About the Future Isn't Wealth"Transition readiness" is more about certain behaviors than about net worth, Fidelity finds.
September 17, 2026
Here's How Much Monthly Income Americans Think They'll Need to RetireMost non-retired Americans, Schroders finds, are not overly confident they'll replace at least 75% of their last paycheck.
September 16, 2026
Ed Yardeni Cuts S&P 500 Forecast for 2026The economist and researcher cites bond yield concerns while staying bullish for the long term.
September 15, 2026
Student Loan Borrowers in Their 40s Have 45% Smaller 401(k)s: StudyParticipants with such debt in defined contribution plans continued to have lower contribution rates and account balances, a report finds.
September 14, 2026
Despite Major Risks, Financial Pros Doubt AI Will Be SlowedLeaders acknowledge concerns after Anthropic's CEO called for "pacing" further AI development.