Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Blame the 401(k) for the wealth gap
By Marlene Y. SatterHigher income inequality also indicated lower economic growth, both on national and state levels.
May 07, 2015
International Investing Is Top of Mind for Advisors: Fidelity SurveyAdvisors want to better understand how to allocate between domestic and international investments, Fidelity found in its first-quarter survey.
May 07, 2015
When Is Risky Investing Safe and Safe Investing Risky? Now.At Envestnet Summit, Zachary Karabell says advisors and investors shouldnt put much stock into what central bankers say about the valuation of equities.
May 06, 2015
Warren Buffett: A Different Kind of Owner—The 2015 IA 35 for 35The legendary investor is revered for his investment philosophies and his adherence to value investing.
May 06, 2015
Budget Battle Has Just Begun, Political Watchers SayWhile Republicans agree on a plan, "the rubber doesnt meet the road until the president has to sign an appropriations bill this fall," says Friedman.
May 06, 2015
Former Senator Calls on Congress to Investigate ‘Flash Crash’Former Sen. Ted Kaufman, D-Del., and Dennis Kelleher, CEO of Better Markets, are urging Congress to create an independent commission to investigate the 2010 crash.
May 05, 2015
On Mother’s Day, Forget Roses Give InsuranceIt is surely impossible to quantify the value of a mother, but neither should all her labors of love be taken for granted.
May 05, 2015
Greece's Firebrand Finance Minister Deserves to Be HeardVanis Varoufakis was a breath of fresh air in this protracted and exhausting Greek economic drama, which involves alarming human costs.