Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Index Funds, Quants and Hedging: John Bogle Speaks
By Matt LevineBogle discussed some of the more abstruse critiques of index investing with Bloomberg.
November 27, 2016
For Cuba’s Economy After Castro, a Glum ForecastAt a glance, the case for Cubas optimism is obvious, but the core problems of the region will also hamper its growth, writes Tyler Cowen.
November 23, 2016
Fed Officials Expect to Raise Rates in DecemberFed officials see a strengthening case to raise rates as the labor market tightened, according to their November meeting minutes.
November 23, 2016
6 Keys to Investment Success: T. Rowe’s Brian Rogers ReflectsAs Rogers prepares to retire in March, he shares the investment lessons hes learned during 35 years at T. Rowe Price.
November 22, 2016
Financial planners play therapist to paralyzed liberalsInvestors across the country are variously cheering and mourning the election of Donald Trump as U.S. president.
November 22, 2016
Muni Bonds Face Hit From Trump Tax Plan, Unfunded LiabilitiesTrumps plans to reduce tax rates coupled with growing unfunded pension liabilities spell potential problems for the muni market.
November 21, 2016
SEC Approves Rules Helping Advisors Buy, Sell BondsThe new rules, proposed by FINRA and MSRB, require the disclosure of pricing for trading of individual bonds.
November 21, 2016
The Fundamental Things ApplyPresidential contenders often temper their policies once in the Oval Office, a trend were already seeing with Mr. Trump.