Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Trump Advisor Calls to End Muni Tax Break
By Zach C. Cohen and Amanda Albright“You want to tax the rich? This is a good way to do it,” said Stephen Moore.
March 19, 2025
Fed Holds Rates, Sees Slower Growth and Higher InflationThe Federal Open Market Committee voted to keep the benchmark federal funds rate in the 4.25%-4.5% range.
March 18, 2025
Acting SEC Head Remakes Agency Even Before Trump Pick ConfirmedMark Uyeda's moves signal a policy U-turn that will be more dramatic than during the Trump’s first term.
March 18, 2025
72% of Advisor Revenue Is Fee-Based: CerulliIn contrast, commission-based revenues have plummeted to 23% of an average advisor’s revenue, the study found.
March 18, 2025
Nasdaq Unveils Plan to Open a Regional Headquarters in TexasThe New York Stock Exchange also plans to start a stock exchange there, it said last month.
March 18, 2025
Barry Ritholtz: How to Beat 90% of Fund Managers Over the Long HaulThe Ritholtz Wealth co-founder discusses the biggest danger to investors and the difference between "uncertain" and "unknown."
March 17, 2025
Stocks Could Fall Further, Doll and Siegel Warn"It will take time for the market to 'heal' and time to reduce the uncertainty levels," Doll said.
March 17, 2025
Ed Yardeni Trims S&P Outlook, Boosts Recession OddsDespite the lower forecast, the researcher expects the U.S. index to reach new highs in 2025.