Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
BNY Approached Northern Trust for Merger Talks: Report
By Alan GoldsteinThe chief executives of the banks had at least one conversation, the Wall Street Journal said.
June 20, 2025
Fidelity Fund Bets on Midcaps Saying Tariff Shock Is OverIt's maintaining its conviction ahead of July 8, when reciprocal levies start for nations that don't have U.S. trade deals
June 20, 2025
9 Social Security Bills in Congress NowThe funding shortfall won't likely be addressed soon, but a variety of proposals are on the table.
June 20, 2025
Stocks Extend Drop on Report U.S.-Japan Talks SourThere were also concerns that the U.S. may revoke waivers for allies with semiconductor plants in China.
June 20, 2025
Morgan Stanley to Shutter Electronic Equity Market-Making UnitThe firm has been the last major bank still in the business of paying retail brokers for options order flow.
June 20, 2025
Waller Says Fed Could Cut Interest Rates as Soon as JulyFed Governor Christopher Waller reiterated his view that the inflation hit from tariffs will likely be short-lived.
June 18, 2025
8 Flaws to Watch For in IRA Conversion ToolsThe designer of a new Roth conversion analyzer says existing tools fall far short of their intended purpose.
June 18, 2025
Investors Seek Active Strategies, Professional Advice: NatixisFacing global conflict, inflation and policy uncertainty, investors are looking for support, research found.