Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
International Investments Key to Fixed Income Diversification
By Marlene Y. SatterJohn Kvale believes that diversification internationally is not just essential for equities, but also for fixed income.
May 27, 2014
Trends Point to Growth & StabilityDeveloped nations are showing renewed signs of stability in output growth and employment, according to recent data from the International Monetary Fund. Meanwhile, the emerging markets of the world have hit an important milestone: Their combined gross domestic product now represents more than 50% of global production, a recent IMF...
May 27, 2014
Need more reasons to add disability income insurance to your offering?Most working Americans estimate that their own chances of experiencing a long-term disability income are substantially lower than the average workers.
May 27, 2014
5 Good Indicators for Technical AnalysisWhile no single indicator should be used in a vacuum, here are the first five of 10 indicators you may want to use as tools.
May 27, 2014
Replace Social Security or Fix It?Just as advisors understand that past performance does not guarantee future returns, Larry Kotlikoff argues Social Security's past success does not indicate its current viability.
May 27, 2014
30 Best Paying College Majors: 2014As college degrees become almost mandatory for landing a decent job, find out which majors give the best chance to land a high-paying job.
May 27, 2014
PIMCO Brings Back McCulleyBond group rehires popular economist Paul McCulley in hopes of stemming outflows, rebuilding leadership in wake of El-Erian's exit.