Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
12 Least Livable States: 2024
By Michael S. FischerJob availability, housing prices and cost of living top movers' list of considerations, WalletHub research found.
August 16, 2024
Here's When Many Americans 'Really' Plan to RetireCostly expenses and financial fears have many set to work well past traditional retirement age, a poll finds.
August 16, 2024
20 Fastest-Growing Financial Services Firms in the U.S.Companies on Inc.'s list are ranked according to their sales growth from 2020 through 2023.
August 14, 2024
Social Security COLA Estimate for 2025 Drops to 2.6% as Inflation FallsIn July, the lowest 12-month inflation since 2021 pushed down the projected retirement benefit increase for next year.
August 13, 2024
Fed's Bostic Says More Data Needed, Rate Cut Likely by Year-EndThe Atlanta Fed president wants to be sure the central bank won't have to change course once cuts begin.
August 13, 2024
Goldman, JPMorgan Say Markets Pricing in Higher Recession OddsEquity and bond markets are assigning a 41% probability to a U.S. recession, according to Goldman.
August 13, 2024
Morgan Stanley's Wilson Sees Few Signs of Bear Market in StocksThe strategist, who correctly predicted the recent downdraft in equities, says a major collapse is unlikely.
August 13, 2024
More Life and Annuity Products Offer Commodity IndexesInflation is increasing some clients' interest in tying value to something tangible.