Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Social Security COLA Estimate for 2025 Drops Again to 2.5% on Cooler Inflation
By John ManganaroAt that level, it would be the smallest increase for beneficiaries since 2021, Social Security expert Mary Johnson says.
September 10, 2024
12 Worst Cities for Retirement: 2024Out of 182 cities, these ranked lowest on affordability, quality of life and health care, according to WalletHub.
September 09, 2024
Bob Doll: Recession May Be Inevitable, Despite Rate CutsImpending rate cuts may not be as bullish for stocks as investors expect, the market prognosticator maintains.
September 09, 2024
12 Client Talking Points for Falling Stock MarketsYou need to call your clients when markets get rough. But what do you talk about?
September 09, 2024
How to Benchmark a Client Portfolio: Christine BenzGauging performance and suitability involves more than looking at major market indexes, Morningstar's retirement expert writes.
September 06, 2024
Voters Love No Tax on Tips, But Split Over $25K Housing HelpTrump's pledge to eliminate federal taxes on Social Security benefits was the most popular of the six economic proposals surveyed.
September 06, 2024
Warren Buffett's Haul From BofA Stock Sales Nears $7BStill, Berkshire remains the bank's top shareholder, with a roughly 11% stake valued at over $34 billion.
September 06, 2024
Why Retirement Trends Matter to the Fed's Call on Interest RatesMeasuring the pace and scale of retirement trends helps policymakers understand where the U.S. economy may be heading.