Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Stocks Suffer Worst Day Since 1987
By Bernice NapachInvestors are looking for a strong policy response to the pandemic.
March 11, 2020
Trump Restricts Travel From Europe, Offers Aid for BusinessesTravel restrictions of foreign nationals to last for 30 days, but limits are not has broad as Trump initially stated.
March 11, 2020
Dow Plunges Into Bear Territory, S&P 500 Barely MissesThe Dow dropped 20% from its closing high the fastest in history, ending the 11-year bull market.
March 11, 2020
'Stan the Annuity Man' Sees Business Booming as Investors Seek SafetyThe "annuity truth" advocate tells ThinkAdvisor which kinds of annuities he prefers and which are "overhyped."
March 11, 2020
WHO Declares Coronavirus Outbreak a PandemicWorldwide cases have topped 120,000 and the number of deaths exceed 4,300.
March 11, 2020
Treasury Weighs Extending Tax Filing Deadline Due to VirusTreasury Secretary Mnuchin told a congressional committee an extension would increase liquidity into the U.S. economy.
March 11, 2020
Is Your Broker-Dealer a Doomsday Prepper?Your BD's readiness, or lack thereof, to handle a bear market can affect you in many ways.
March 11, 2020
Top 12 Global Cities for the Ultra-WealthyAccording to Knight Frank, these are the most appealing places for those with $30 million or more to live, work and invest.