Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Are Passive Funds Getting Dangerous?
By Michael FinkeAs ever-increasing flows to cap-weighted index funds push a few stocks sky-high, investors risk steep losses.
January 02, 2026
Bubbles and Boring Bets: What’s Next for Tech Stocks in 2026Here’s a look at the biggest stock stories for the tech industry in 2025 and the outlook for each in the new year.
January 02, 2026
Bob Doll's 10 Predictions for 2026Last year's outlook proved too conservative, Doll writes. This year's theme: "high-risk bull market."
January 01, 2026
Here's How the Economy Fared in 2025Data out last week showed the economy expanded in the third quarter at the fastest pace in two years.
January 01, 2026
The Market's Biggest Winners and Losers in 2025The S&P 500 ended last year up 16.4%, with the bull market being driven by enthusiasm for artificial intelligence.
December 24, 2025
Millionaire Tax Plan Marks Growing Interest in Wealth LeviesDemocrats in Washington state and beyond are exploring more taxes to address the country’s widening wealth gap.
December 23, 2025
10 Ways to Help Clients Through Rough MarketsWhen the stock market is volatile, clients want guidance.
December 23, 2025
How the 10 Biggest Active Funds Performed in 2025: MorningstarMarkets overcame worries about tariffs and an AI bubble, the researcher finds, while foreign equities performed well.