Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Retirement Income Planners Need Better Longevity Estimates
By David Blanchett and Lauren PollakProviding better tools to explain life expectancy risk could help clients better understand their situation and strategize accordingly.
June 30, 2026
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What Happens to Annuities When the Old World Falls Apart?Ludovic Subran, chief economist at Allianz, warns against assuming that the same old glue will fix things.
June 29, 2026
Jeremy Grantham: U.S. Stock Crash Likely Within Two YearsInvestors "will lose their shirts in AI," the GMO co-founder said.
June 29, 2026
A 'Three-Wave Correction' in S&P 500 Is Coming: BofAThe S&P 500 Index has been on tear, rising nearly 17% since March, but the rally has been showing signs of exhaustion.
June 29, 2026
Where the Stock Market Is Headed After a Wild Start to '26A strong first half for stocks has historically been a good sign for the rest of the year in the market.
June 29, 2026
NYSE Owner Plans Futures on Monetary Policy, Natural GasIntercontinental Exchange is targeting an Aug. 10 launch for the economic-indicator products, subject to regulatory approval.
June 29, 2026
Cook Stays at Fed, But Trump Wins More Power Over Other AgenciesThe Fed shield came even as the court, in a separate ruling, expanded the president's power to fire top government officials at other agencies.
June 29, 2026
Investors Snub a 1,400 Basis-Point Outperformance in Small CapsDespite trouncing the Magnificent 7 in the first half of 2026, stocks in the Russell 2000 are struggling to attract investor interest.