Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Trump Supports Opportunity Zones, but More Guidance Needed
By Bernice NapachAn executive order could boost opportunity zones, but measuring effectiveness of the investments is difficult.
December 13, 2018
Public Asset Managers' Assets Rebounded in Q3: SS&C ReportOutflows accelerated and operating margins declined.
December 12, 2018
2 Compelling Investment Themes for 2019: Hennessy FundsPortfolio manager Ryan Kelley uncovered these themes during the recent rebalance of the Hennessy Cornerstone Mid Cap 30 Fund.
December 12, 2018
U.S. Debt Up Almost 10% Since Trump Took OfficeThe federal debt has grown by $1.9 trillion in the past two years and is now at a record high.
December 12, 2018
Wall St. Shrugs Over Government Shutdown RisksThe S&P has gained in the last five government shutdowns.
December 12, 2018
Gundlach Unimpressed by Treasury Rally Given Stock 'Carnage'The head of DoubleLine also thinks the bond market sees interest rate hikes as unlikely in 2019-2020.
December 12, 2018
Morningstar's Fund Winners and Losers for NovemberMorningstar published new rating activity for 13 funds.
December 12, 2018
Despite Strong Consumer Sentiment, Financial Factors Weigh on SpendingAn Edward Jones study finds that how much people spend will still be subject to economic trends.