Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Judge Strikes Down DOL Fiduciary Rule
By Melanie WaddellA federal judge in Texas vacated the rule Thursday. A new rule could come out in May.
March 12, 2026
Tech Giants Hover on Cusp of a Correction as War Heats UpA gauge of the Magnificent Seven — which includes Nvidia and Apple — is down nearly 10% from its October peak.
March 12, 2026
'Buffer' ETFs Prove a Decent Bond Alternative in War-Hit MarketsThe FT Vest Laddered Buffer ETF, for instance, is down 1.4% in March vs. a 2.7% slide in the S&P 500 Index.
March 12, 2026
Social Security Probes New Claim of DOGE Data BreachA whistleblower has accused a former DOGE employee of illegally copying two SSA databases, The Washington Post reported.
March 11, 2026
12 States With the Highest Average Retirement SavingsAmericans have about a year's worth of their current annual income saved in tax-advantaged accounts, SmartAsset reports.
March 11, 2026
Jeffrey Gundlach: Where to Invest NowThe DoubleLine CEO named some investment picks to align with his latest market and economic predictions.
March 11, 2026
Goldman, Citi Tell Staff to Exit Dubai Offices Amid Iran ThreatsThe latest developments come as Iran continues to strike targets across the Middle East.
March 11, 2026
12 Cities Where a $100,000 Salary Buys the LeastWhen taxes and cost of living are considered, this amount doesn't go far in many places, SmartAsset finds.