Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Senate Passes PPP Extension
By Erik Wasson and Mark NiquetteThe extension runs to Aug. 8; it would have to pass the House, which had approved a year-end extension.
June 30, 2020
Morgan Stanley Among Adopters of New 4U Platform: Tech RoundupAlso, Advisor Group introduced Reg BI tools.
June 30, 2020
BlackRock Adopts New Investing Framework Due to PandemicCOVID-19 has accelerated structural trends in inequality, globalization, macro policy and sustainability.
June 29, 2020
Bill on PPP Loan Forgiveness Calculators Introduced in HouseThe legislation calls for creation of a simple online calculator to help small-business owners fill out complex loan forgiveness forms.
June 29, 2020
Empower to Buy Personal Capital in $1B DealThe price is a "stunning" premium for the robo-advisor, says popular blogger Michael Kitces.
June 29, 2020
Charley Ellis: Economy Will Recover in a 'Very Powerful Way'"Boring" index funds make the best investments, especially now, the bestselling author tells ThinkAdvisor, but there is one stock he's "very happy" with.
June 26, 2020
5 Ways Advisors Can Ease Clients' Tax Concerns NowWith the July 15 tax deadline looming, a TD Wealth senior trust advisor points to ways investors' tax burdens can be lightened.