Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
Americans Feel Financially Unprepared to Weather a Recession
By Michael S. FischerBetween rising costs and uncertain job futures, many consumers are cutting expenses and bracing for the worst.
October 03, 2022
The Ugly Truth That Broke the Economy: Josh Brown"Widespread prosperity ... is incompatible with the American Dream," Brown wrote in a fiery blog post.
October 03, 2022
Where to Invest After a September We Don't Want to RememberIn this market, your clients can invest in best-in-class companies on the cheap.
October 03, 2022
What to Tell Clients in Bear Markets: Advisors' AdviceSix financial planners share tips on helping clients navigate a possible recession and prolonged bear market.
September 30, 2022
4 Facts You Probably Haven't Considered About Inflation DataThe Center for Retirement Research explains why teasing out inflation's impact on high earners is anything but straightforward.
September 30, 2022
Schwab's Sonders Sees Opportunity in the 'Bear Market for Everything'"You want to look for companies that are bucking that trend," Schwab's chief investment strategist Liz Ann Sonders said.
September 29, 2022
El-Erian: Investors Expect More 'Collateral Damage' From Fed MovesThe economist likened the central bank's behavior to that found in "developing countries with weak institutions."
September 29, 2022
12 Hot Housing Markets That Are Cooling the Fastest: RedfinGoodbye bidding wars: In these markets, homebuyers could potentially get an offer accepted for under the asking price.