Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Lifetime income benefits propel indexed annuity sales
By Maria WoodGLWBs were the must have feature, but annuity pros also see a future need for annuities that offer a combination of benefits.
October 29, 2013
Senators Push Bill to End Debt Ceiling’s Use as ‘Political Weapon’Three Democratic senators introduced legislation Tuesday to allow Congress to disapprove debt ceiling increases, instead of approving them.
October 29, 2013
Fearful U.S. Investors Hold Half of Assets in Cash: BlackRockMost investors around the globe are uncomfortable taking more risk to achieve better returns despite recent stock market gains, a BlackRock survey found.
October 28, 2013
China’s Q3 GDP Surprise Leaves Investors BullishMost agree that the higher-than-forecasted 7.8% GDP for the third quarter is an aberration, but some investors are still bullish on the worlds second-largest economy.
October 28, 2013
Climate Change Is Today’s ProblemPeople warn about what climate change will mean for our future, but it is no longer about our future. The impacts are being felt now.
October 28, 2013
Beware the Obama Stock BubblePresidential history reveals an ominous financial pattern.
October 28, 2013
CMS holds Medicare Part B premiums steadyThe highest-income enrollees will pay $335.70 per month.
October 28, 2013
CMS holds Medicare Part B premiums steadyThe highest-income enrollees will pay $335.70 per month.