Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Fidelity Finds 50% Jump in Women Investing Outside of Retirement Accounts
By Michael S. FischerAnd self-directed female investors outperform their male counterparts, according to an analysis of 5.2 million accounts.
October 07, 2021
15 Best Cities for Millennial Homebuyers: 2021Clever ranked 100 cities on several metrics to find those that are both affordable and fun to live in.
October 07, 2021
Schumer Says Deal Struck to Extend Debt Limit Into DecemberThe deal staves off immediate crisis but could put Democrats in political peril later.
October 06, 2021
Cathie Wood's Ark Leaving New York for FloridaThe firm will open its new headquarters on Nov. 1 in St. Petersburg, which is home to Raymond James and Dynasty Financial.
October 06, 2021
Morgan Stanley's Mike Wilson Warns of Fresh Stock-Market Pain"We've been calling for this 10-20% correction that would be led by tech stocks," said the chief investment officer and U.S. equity strategist.
October 05, 2021
SEC Chief Says the U.S. Won't Ban CryptocurrenciesThe U.S. won't follow China's lead in banning digital tokens and remains focused on investor and consumer protection rules, says Gary Gensler.
October 05, 2021
Top 5 Financial Planning Trends for the Next 5 YearsThe Financial Planning Standards Board surveyed CFPs on what they think financial advice delivery will look like.
October 05, 2021
Plan Sponsors With De-risking Goals Want to Dump All Their Pension Liabilities: MetLifeA poll finds 93% of such respondents plan to completely divest those liabilities, up from 76% in 2019.