Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
5 Big Shifts That Will Reshape Wealth Planning in 2022 and Beyond: Northern Trust
By Michael S. FischerThe pandemic's impact will be felt long after it's declared over. Here's what advisors can expect.
December 21, 2021
Stock Market Opportunities in a Demand-Fueled EconomyAs consumer demand stays strong, here's where I'm allocating as we head into 2022.
December 21, 2021
10 Financial Planning Curveballs Clients Might Throw in 2022As the world changes, so do clients' plans. Don't let these new concerns take you by surprise.
December 20, 2021
Wealthiest Americans Feel Relief as Tax Hikes Are Canceled for NowManchin's vote against Biden's economic plan means rich Americans escape tax hikes, saving hundreds of billions of dollars over the next decade.
December 20, 2021
Federal Crash Spotters Eye Life Insurers' 'Reach for Yield'Low interest rates hang over the life insurance section in FSOC's latest annual report.
December 20, 2021
There's 'Never Been a Worse Time to Retire': Ron Surz"The target-date industry is failing people," says the industry veteran, who offers specifics on how advisors can help clients.
December 20, 2021
10 Most Searched Financial Terms by U.S. InvestorsHere are the abbreviations Americans understand the least, judging from what they searched for the most.
December 20, 2021
How U.S. Economy Loses After Manchin-Powell PivotsHere's what the derailing of President Joe Biden's $1.75 trillion spending plan, and other factors, mean for GDP growth in 2022.