Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Fixed Income Investors Should 'Brace for More Downside Volatility': Neuberger Berman
By Anchalee WorrachateBonds have sold off over the past month, pushing the U.S. 10-year yield above 4% for the first time since early August.
October 30, 2024
Schwab Expands 24-Hour TradingStocks in the S&P 500, Nasdaq-100 and hundreds of ETFs will be available around the clock on weekdays.
October 29, 2024
13 Scary Retirement Statistics to Read in the Dark: 2024Many late-career Americans are grappling with a frightening lack of post-work preparedness.
October 29, 2024
15 States Where the Most Estate Taxes Were Paid in 2022More than 8,000 individuals filed estate tax returns, with gross estates totaling $259.6 billion, according to newly released data.
October 29, 2024
BlackRock to Launch 4 Laddered Bond ETFsThe funds of funds contain Treasurys, TIPS and investment-grade and high-yield bonds.
October 28, 2024
NYSE to Extend Trading to 22 Hours a Day on Arca ExchangeThe move, subject to regulatory approval, would permit stock and fund trading beyond the normal 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. window.
October 25, 2024
5 Industries With the Most at Stake in the Presidential ElectionFrom financial services to health care and other fields, there will be clear business consequences to the upcoming election results.
October 25, 2024
Debate: Will Taxpayers Benefit From Medicare's New Prescription Payment Plan?The voluntary program allows those with Part D drug coverage to spread costs over the entire year.