Economic Trends
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12 Worst States for Retirement: 2024
By Michael S. FischerThese states are unaffordable for many retirees, have dismal quality-of-life scores, or both.
February 02, 2024
Gaming the System in Annuity IllustrationsIt is incredibly important for consumers and advisors to understand the expected index performance and chosen crediting strategy.
February 01, 2024
Josh Brown: Fed Decision Is a 'Very Big No-Big-Deal'"Everyone is working, people's bills are being paid, the market seems fine, the economy seems fine," he says.
February 01, 2024
Jeremy Grantham Warns Investors to 'Be Quite Careful' as Big Risks LoomThe GMO co-founder tells ThinkAdvisor his 2024 market predictions and where to invest now.
February 01, 2024
U.S. Office Price Slump May Be Bottoming Out: Fitch AnalystRobert Vrchota sees firmer prices leading to the formation of distressed property funds.
January 31, 2024
Gundlach: Fed Signal Threatens 'Goldilocks' ScenarioThe DoubleLine CEO sees a stall in the inflation rate decline, dampening hopes for a soft landing.
January 30, 2024
Medicare Beneficiaries Again Face Higher Projected Costs: StudyHere's how much they will need to cover their lifetime health costs, according to EBRI's simulation model.
January 29, 2024
10 Best Countries for Retiring Abroad: 2024International Living's index looked at seven factors and relied on correspondents' opinions and real-life experiences.