Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
Should 1031 Exchanges Be Limited?
By Robert Bloink | William H. ByrnesTwo professors debate Biden's proposal to cap the amount of capital gains taxes that real estate investors can defer on like-kind exchanges.
July 14, 2021
Drop in 10-Year Treasury Yield Baffles Market StrategistsThe decline is puzzling given the economic rebound and surging inflation.
July 14, 2021
Maybe COVID-19 Caused Us to Ignore Bumps and Aches That MatterInsurers are building the impact of lack of routine care into Connecticut individual health rate requests.
July 13, 2021
Social Security COLA Estimate for 2022 Raised to 6.1%The latest estimated cost-of-living adjustment reflects a 5.4% increase in the consumer price index for the past 12 months.
July 12, 2021
10 Biggest Trends Shaping the Next 3 Decades, According to Big InvestorsChina's growing dominance and cryptocurrencies are two new trends on Investcorp's list this year.
July 12, 2021
How Biden's Plan Will Go After Industry GiantsIn health care and banking, it could be tough for the executive order to make much headway.
July 09, 2021
Indexed and Variable Universal Life Insurance Sales Outpace ULMillman's new study, based on a survey of 28 companies, included VUL products for the first time.
July 09, 2021
Universal Life Insurance Sales Plummet in Q1Market volatility and persistent low interest rates contributed to the downward trend, Wink's sales and market report found.