Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Life Application Activity for 70-Plus Climbs 46%
By Allison BellOverall application numbers were up 14% in the first quarter, according to data from MIB Group.
April 10, 2026
Lawmaker Urges SEC to Probe 'Suspicious' Trading Amid Iran WarRegulators should investigate unusual trading activity in oil and equity futures markets, Rep. Ritchie Torres said.
April 10, 2026
12 Cities Where a $100,000 Salary Buys the MostThe real purchasing power of a six-figure income, SmartAsset research finds, depends largely on location and lifestyle.
April 10, 2026
BofA's Hartnett Sees the Surge in Commodities Lasting for YearsOne commodity index is up 35% since early 2025, more than double the return of the S&P 500 over the same period.
April 08, 2026
10 Best-Performing Dividend Stocks in Q1: MorningstarFrims with healthy balance sheets and strong yields can provide steady incomes and downturn cushioning, research finds.
April 08, 2026
SEC Fines Surge on Biden Enforcements Now Shifting Under TrumpSEC fines and investor relief doubled to $17.9 billion in the 2025 fiscal year, the agency said.
April 07, 2026
12 States With the Lightest Tax Burdens: 2026WalletHub's research seeks to clarify how U.S. taxpayers are affected by complex federal and state tax codes.
April 07, 2026
Top 10 Countries for Wealthy Families, 2026Henley & Partners' Opportunity Index ranks factors like earning potential, career advancement and livability.