Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
May's Brexit Deal Defeated; Extension Now Seen as `Inevitable'
By Tim Ross, Robert Hutton and Kitty DonaldsonMembers of Parliament are expected to vote Wednesday on a no-deal option and, if that is defeated, then vote Thursday on a short-term extension.
March 11, 2019
US Companies Get Green Light on Controversial Pension PayoutsThe Treasury notice was largely a surprise, says attorney Kevin O'Brien, who called it "a very big deal."
March 11, 2019
These 'Future Shocks' Could Shake Up Wealth ManagementToffler Associates CEO Maria Bothwell tells ThinkAdvisor about four major drivers of change advisors need to watch.
March 11, 2019
Trump's $4.7 Trillion Budget Headed for Rejection by CongressClashes with Congress could lead to another shutdown as Trump asks for $8.6 billion more for a border wall.
March 11, 2019
Goldman Sachs Launches ETFs That Invest in Innovators: Portfolio ProductsAlso, Schwab trimmed fees on three equity ETFs and Defiance ETFs announced the launch of a 5G ETF.
March 11, 2019
Narrowing Gender Pay and Power Gaps Could Boost Growth, MarketsHigher pay for women and more executive positions could give markets the jolt they need, studies find.
March 10, 2019
Bull Market Turns 10: Do You Know Where Your Portfolio Is?If you haven't rebalanced in a while, you may be in for a shock, Envestnet's Tim Clift says.
March 08, 2019
Treasury Gauge Points to Fed Cuts as Growth Outlook DarkensA gauge of economic health closely watched by the Fed is flashing warning signs.