Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Wells Fargo Sees Rising Legal Risk as Talks Start With DOJ, SEC
By Hannah LevittBank increases estimate of risk citing a 'variety of matters;' it's in early talks to end probes of sales to retail customers.
February 27, 2019
Why Single-Payer Insurance May Be Closer Than You Think (and What to Do About It)During the NextGen Growth & Leadership Summit, Nelson Griswold warned that the benefits industry underestimates the threat of single-payer at its own peril.
February 26, 2019
3 Tips for Analyzing the Impact of Government PolicyFollowing a systematic approach can help remove emotions and lead to better investing decisions.
February 26, 2019
Rob Arnott: Factor Investing Is 'Overhyped'The "Godfather of Smart Beta" also tells ThinkAdvisor why he's worried about target date funds.
February 26, 2019
Schwab's Sonders Breaks Down 6 Popular Recession IndicatorsThe chief investment strategist has noticed an increase in recession chatter during Q&A sessions at investor events.
February 26, 2019
Bill Sharpe Seeks a Better Retirement Income SolutionSharpe, 84, is still finding simple truths that can rock even a veteran's understanding of retirement planning.
February 26, 2019
Industry Risks and Other Problems, Per Ric EdelmanInside ETFs conference speakers discuss disappearing industries and how similar products can have oh-so-different results.
February 26, 2019
Powell Sees Healthy Economy With 'Crosscurrents' to WatchIn testimony before Congress Powell iterated that the Fed's policy will continue to be "data dependent."