Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Octogenarians Rule the Rich
By Ben StevermanSix of the 25 wealthiest Americans are over 80, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
September 01, 2017
Security Benefit Adds 9 Funds to Variable Annuities: Portfolio ProductsAlso, Turner Investments acquires Elkhorn Capital Group and plans new products.
September 01, 2017
Short-Term Implications of the Jobs ReportThe weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs report for August should not materially change expectations for the economy, which remains, for now, stuck in a low-growth equilibrium.
August 31, 2017
Top 10 Most Recession-Proof States in the USSmall-business owners in these states stand the best chance of success in the next downturn.
August 30, 2017
Uninsured Rate Soars for the Moderately Broke : CDCThe new numbers also show that insured people need more help with paying out-of-pocket costs.
August 30, 2017
Wall Street, Not Waiting on Mnuchin, Readies Debt-Limit War RoomSIFMA hopes to do what it can to maintain stability.
August 30, 2017
Grantham: ‘Tremendous’ Investing Opportunities in Climate ChangeGMO's Lucas White and Jeremy Grantham write that investors focused on clean energy and climate change mitigation could reap "heroic returns."
August 29, 2017
Don’t Manage Money NakedKeep your clients covered: For those who pay close attention, there are warning signs that a recession could be imminent.