Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Pension risk transfer index up in December
By Warren S. HerschThe Dietrich Pension Risk Transfer Index rose to 84.92 in January from 81.31 at the start of December.
January 09, 2013
Professionals foresee no improvement in capital marketsA survey indicates the level of integrity of global capital markets in 2013 will be on par with that of 2012.
January 09, 2013
Professionals foresee no improvement in capital marketsA survey indicates the level of integrity of global capital markets in 2013 will be on par with that of 2012.
January 09, 2013
Pru’s 2013 Predictions: Brighter Economy, but More Washington BrinksmanshipPrudential brain trust sees economic progress in 2013, despite 2012 dichotomy and uncertainty; Krosby reiterates its riskier to be out of the market than in it.
January 09, 2013
CPAs Take Dim View of Nation’s Fiscal HealthCPAs are normally a staid bunch, but members of the largest accounting group are over the edge about the nations fiscal cliff.
January 09, 2013
Is the Bond Bear Market Finally Here?The high-quality bond market began 2013 with a sell-off, posting its worst weekly performance since March 2012, LPL bond expert Anthony Valeri reported.
January 09, 2013
Obama’s Treasury Secretary Pick Is Said to Be Jack LewNomination would signal White House intent to keep Treasury close to its sphere of influence.
January 08, 2013
Bob Doll’s Top 10 Predictions on Economy for 2013The typically bullish Doll predicts that the U.S. stock market will hit record highs even as the economy struggles.