Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
Investors Contemplate Rates Reaching 6%
By Richard HendersonThe Fed's latest messages are fueling fears of a hard economic landing, as bonds telegraph the growing odds of a recession.
March 08, 2023
13 States With the Highest Property Tax RatesA few surprises from the Midwest joined several states from the East Coast on this list.
March 07, 2023
Women Lag Men in Retirement Confidence, Financial Literacy: BMO SurveyWomen were far more likely than men to say they did not have a financial plan.
March 07, 2023
12 Worst Metro Areas for First-Time HomebuyersThese cities rank high for wellness and culture but fall short on affordability and job opportunities.
March 06, 2023
Siegel: Strong Economic Data 'Really Changed the Picture'A strong job market and unexpectedly high GDP growth may account for recent stock market resilience, the economist suggested.
March 06, 2023
Gary Shilling Checks In on His 9 Investment ThemesShilling says his recommendations for the past 10 months produced gains while the traditional 60/40 portfolio slid.
March 02, 2023
Citigroup Cuts Hundreds of JobsThe move comes just weeks after rival JPMorgan Chase & Co. cut hundreds of mortgage employees.
March 02, 2023
Wells Fargo Cuts 2023 Stock ForecastThe year could bring "significant rallies and pullbacks but with no real direction," Wells Fargo said.