Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Mester says Fed may raise rates within the next six months
By Alister BullThe Cleveland bank head expects the economy to look "pretty good" this year.
January 03, 2015
Top Portfolio Products: Barclays Moves ETNs to NasdaqBloomberg offers ETF service, while XY Planning expands its resources.
January 03, 2015
Why Wall Street (Still) Hates BondsInvestors should consider the gains missed by listening to "expert predictions," Ron DeLegge writes.
January 03, 2015
6 Portfolios to Avoid in 2015When clients build their portfolios based on the hottest investing trends, advisors have a seek-and-destroy mission on their hands.
December 31, 2014
15 Best College Majors for Business SuccessThe STEM-heavy list compiled from data from public companies may disappoint liberal arts majors with corporate ambitions.
December 31, 2014
SEC Finds Flaws in Credit Rating AgenciesThe SEC found the agencies fell short in managing conflicts of interest as well as IT and cybersecurity issues.
December 31, 2014
5 key economic trends for 2015: SIFMARise in GDP, a lower jobless rate and oil prices that remain low in the forecast.
December 31, 2014
Under the Hood: What You Need to Know About Fixed Income, Pt. 2: Rising RatesThe Fed has suggested, and market observers concur, that rates will rise in 2015. Here's how fixed income investors can prepare to soften the blow.