Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
What the Fed Statement Signals and Why
By Mohamed El-ErianSeen as a whole, the Fed's message suggests that the data-dependent central bank is amplifying its signal that the June meeting is live.
April 26, 2016
30 Colleges for Best ROI: 2016When choosing a college, recouping the high cost in the form of higher salaries is one factor worth considering.
April 26, 2016
Investors Paid Lowest Fund and ETF Fees Ever in 2015: MorningstarBut they're not necessarily paying the lowest overall investment costs when retirement plan fees and advisor fees are factored in, Morningstar says.
April 26, 2016
Investors Coming Back to Emerging Market StocksIndia offers the best opportunity for investment, poll respondents say.
April 26, 2016
As Fed Meanders on Rate Hikes, a Little Leverage for InvestorsThe Feds pause on short-term rates may keep leverage costs low for a while; leveraged closed-end funds could help investors earn additional income.
April 26, 2016
Aging Boomers Push Spam, Diaper Stocks to Record ValuationsFor all the attention paid to the massive snap-back in riskier stocks, a somewhat less glamorous group has quietly been hitting new highs.
April 25, 2016
The 2016 IA 25 Extended ProfilesRead the May 2016 cover story in Investment Advisor for an introduction to these under-the-radar flyers, and stay tuned to ThinkAdvisor for month-long coverage of the honorees, including extended profiles of each that will be published daily.
April 25, 2016
Selective Opportunities in Natural GasTwo experts share where they see the best prospects for growth and profits in the sector.