Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Top Tax Prep Firms for Customer Satisfaction: J.D. Power, 2025
By Michael S. FischerProfessional tax services need to step it up to compete with DIY offerings, the research group says.
August 07, 2025
Trump Names Miran to Fill Seat on Federal Reserve BoardStephen Miran would only serve for the expiring term of Fed Governor Adriana Kugler, which ends in January.
August 07, 2025
Gundlach Makes 6 Calls on Where Markets, Economy Go From Here"Money is not really coming into the United States the way it used to," the DoubleLine CEO says.
August 07, 2025
Private Credit Defaults to Create 'Winners and Whiners,' David Golub WarnsBut Golub, the head of a firm that helps annuity issuers and other clients invest assets, said M&A activity could increase.
August 07, 2025
10 Best Dividend Stocks in 2025: MorningstarThese are analysts' picks among 75 high-yield stocks that meet screening requirements for quality and financial health.
August 05, 2025
Wall Street Bonuses Are Set to Rise in 2025Demand for wealth managers could see financial advisor payouts rise as much as 5%, according to Johnson Associates.
August 05, 2025
Jeremy Siegel: Stocks Not in Bubble TerritoryThe economist expects 0.75% in Fed rate cuts by year-end.
August 05, 2025
Retirement Readiness Fell in Q1, Life Insurer Group SaysThe ACLI's overall middle-class financial well-being index was close to the historical average.