Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
The Myth of Cash on the Sidelines
By Dave GilreathNo, there is not a river of cash waiting to flow into stocks as interest rates fall.
January 02, 2025
10 Places for a Cheap, Comfortable Retirement AbroadRetirees can live well in many of these regions for less than $2,000 a month, International Living reports.
December 31, 2024
How Women's Philanthropy Has Evolved Over 20 YearsThe pandemic presented new challenges for women and the nonprofit organizations they support, the Women’s Philanthropy Institute found.
December 31, 2024
Treasurys See Hoped-For Rally Fizzle in Another Lagging YearThe poor performance is due to a resilient economy that forced investors to abandon big bets on monetary easing.
December 31, 2024
Bank Bull Run Seen Thundering OnwardMarket watchers expect factors behind the 33% surge in bank shares in 2024 to continue.
December 31, 2024
Gold Heads for Biggest Gain Since 2010Its 27% advance this year is tied to monetary easing, geopolitical risks and central bank purchases.
December 30, 2024
Ed Yardeni Sees 'a Lot of Upside' in U.S. StocksA strong economy and robust earnings should fuel further gains in the S&P 500, the researcher says.
December 30, 2024
Social Security Fairness Act Could Cause New ProblemsExperts agree that the WEP needs to go, but more reforms are needed to truly make benefits fair.










