Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
The Retirement Gap No One Is Talking About
By Laura CombsMany women arrive at retirement underprepared because the default planning framework was not designed with their needs in mind.
June 26, 2026
Advisors Turned Healthy Profits in 2025, but Client Growth Stagnated: StudyNet new client assets grew only 1.9% for the year, The Ensemble Practice reports.
June 26, 2026
Morgan Stanley, Goldman Shares Fall on OpenAI 's Possible IPO DelayAmid volatility in technology stocks, OpenAI is now considering going public next year instead of this fall.
June 26, 2026
10 Cheap Stocks With Steep Competitive Advantages: MorningstarThese companies are positioned to fend off rivals for 20 years or longer, according to analysts.
June 25, 2026
AI Backlash Is the Risk Wall Street Fears Can Stop Tech StocksConstraints on the buildout of data centers and the introduction of taxes aimed at AI could spell trouble for the S&P 500.
June 24, 2026
Alphabet's Dow Debut Shows Index Headache in Tech-Driven EconomyIt will replace Verizon before trading begins June 29, following the relatively recent additions of Nvidia and Amazon.com.
June 24, 2026
JPMorgan Lifts S&P 500 Target to 7,800 as 'Blue Sky' Scenario ApproachesThe firm's strategists highlight stronger-than-expected earnings growth and a potential peace deal to end the Iran war as key drivers.
June 24, 2026
Edward Jones Invests in QuickenThe firm aims to complement its advisor-led model by acquiring a minority stake in the personal finance software maker.