Economy & Markets
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Bonds: Strong in '09, Volatile in '10
By Janet LevauxLipper's latest data show that most bond groups are in positive territory for the first month of 2010. In the beginning few weeks of the year,...
February 25, 2010
Savings look better than expectedA recent study from Fidelity shows that savers fared better over the past 10 years than we may have feared. The average 401(k) account...
February 24, 2010
Pimco, Grail Advisors and Old Mutual Debut ETFsOne index-focused fund and three actively managed bond funds are now being offered.
February 24, 2010
Will Stocks Falter with Real Unemployment at 18%?Unfortunately, job cuts have affected every industry sector, and that's a sure sign that we are poised for a correction.
February 23, 2010
Economic recovery remains to be seenThe majority of Americans still believe economic recovery is more than two years away, reveals a new Gallup poll.
February 19, 2010
Fixed Index Annuity Sales Continue ClimbIRI, Beacon Research find total fixed annuity sales in '09 at $105 billion.
February 18, 2010
MMI Study: Young Boomers Earn the MostYoung baby boomers have the highest average income, according to a new study.
February 17, 2010
Bond Funds Still Raking It InWeekly bond inflows are topping $7 billion a week in January 2010.