Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Vanguard Cuts Fees on 53 Funds
By Dinah Wisenberg BrinWhile the reductions benefit investors, "the race to zero has largely been run," Vanguard watcher Jeff DeMaso says.
January 30, 2026
Trump Picks a Reinvented Warsh to Lead the Federal ReserveKevin Warsh, 55, served on the bank's Board of Governors from 2006 to 2011 and advised Trump on economic policy.
January 29, 2026
Trump, Dems Close to Immigration Deal to Avert ShutdownWithout an agreement, government funding will lapse on Saturday for much of the federal government.
January 29, 2026
Americans Are More Worried About Health-Care Costs Than Gas or GroceriesMore than four in 10 voters plan to cast ballots with their health insurance bills top of mind this November, a KFF report finds.
January 28, 2026
5 Steps to Help Clients Through Retirement DecumulationAs investors move from their working years, the planning challenge changes dramatically — and so do the risks.
January 28, 2026
Active ETFs Saw Record Launches and Closures in 2025Niche strategies led the roughly 40% increase in the introduction of such funds, Morningstar reports.
January 28, 2026
Northern Trust Hit With $35M Elder Fraud LawsuitThe lawsuit alleges that Northern Trust's former vice president stole millions from a $20 million legacy trust.
January 28, 2026
Bond ETFs Show Up (Occasionally) on Annuity Issuer Asset ListsAnnuities are hot. Bonds are hot. ETFs are hot. How do you pair them?