Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
15 Most Expensive Cities for a High-End Lifestyle
By Michael S. FischerJulius Baer tracked 12 consumer goods and eight services to gauge the cost of "living well."
July 22, 2024
Which Strategy Wins the Retirement Spending 'Smackdown'?David Blanchett and Michael Finke weigh the benefits and pitfalls of several approaches. Which will emerge victorious?
July 22, 2024
Wirehouse Veteran Sees Risk to Clients in RIA 'Behemoths'Mega-RIAs could lose what makes them different from wirehouses, Segment Wealth CEO Gil Baumgarten says.
July 22, 2024
'Inflation Is Last Year's Problem': Carson's DetrickThe strategist, who correctly predicted all-time stock highs this year, sees the bull market broadening.
July 22, 2024
10 Most Affordable Beach Towns for RetireesRealtor.com picked these coastal towns based on housing prices and popularity with residents 55 and older.
July 22, 2024
5 Things Biden's Election Exit Means for Life and AnnuitiesKamala Harris's years as an official in California could soon have a bigger effect on what goes on in Washington.
July 22, 2024
American National Adds Annuity Investment Option for a Tough WorldThe company says its new national security tech stock index could benefit from the trend toward deglobalization.
July 19, 2024
Mega-RIAs Will Grow to Rival Wirehouses in Next Decade: Mariner's BicknellAdding services to meet clients' needs is crucial to that growth, Mariner Wealth Advisors' CEO says.