Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
Inflation Causing 'Major Damage' to Americans' Finances: Survey
By Michael S. FischerThirty-six percent of respondents have reduced their savings because of inflation, and 21% have reduced their retirement savings.
May 27, 2022
12 States With Highest Rates of Job Quitters: 2022The Great Resignation is still going strong, especially in these states, according to WalletHub.
May 26, 2022
Most College Savers Don't Know About 529 Plans: Edward JonesWhile 55% of respondents consider saving for college a top priority, only 40% recognized this education savings tool.
May 25, 2022
Debate: Should the U.S. Spend More to Fight COVID?Two professors discuss the need for more money to combat an anticipated coronavirus surge in autumn and winter.
May 24, 2022
5 Low-Risk Ways to Invest Cash: Morningstar's BenzYield, guarantees and liquidity are the most important considerations for short-term investments, Christine Benz writes.
May 24, 2022
Cryptocurrency Is Portfolio KryptoniteCryptocurrency meets none of the three criteria needed to add it to a portfolio, new PGIM research finds.
May 24, 2022
Investing in the Metaverse: What You Need to KnowWhile the sector is in its infancy, opportunities include digital assets and metaverse stocks, ETFs and real estate.
May 24, 2022
Here's How Much Money Americans Think They'll Need to RetireLess than a quarter of respondents in a Schroders survey said they expected to save enough to retire comfortably.