Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Case-Shiller: U.S. Home Price Growth Slows in October
By Michael S. FischerHome prices across the U.S. rose in October, but at a slower rate than in September, according to the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices released Tuesday.
December 29, 2014
Ruble Crisis, Currency Woes Weigh on Emerging Markets, but 2015 Still Holds PromiseRussia is in the midst of a full-fledged currency crisis, and theres no telling how and when it will end.
December 29, 2014
Oil Falls to Five-Year Low on Global Supply GlutWest Texas Intermediate dropped 2% in late-December, and Brent crude declined 2.6%
December 29, 2014
Falling Oil Prices Leave ‘Pocket of Opportunity’ in Pricey Market: MorningstarThe fourth quarter's plunge in energy stocks has led to a surge in the number of stocks earning all five of Morningstars coveted stars.
December 29, 2014
U.S. Bond Sentiment Worst Since Disastrous ’09Experts say 10-year yields could top 3% in 2015, twice the level forecast for 2014.
December 29, 2014
4 experts make 11 predictions on stocks, economy for 2015Wary optimism, not great expectations, pinpoints the outlook for stocks in 2015, according to top equity strategists.
December 29, 2014
Preparing Clients for Some Gloomy Possible FuturesEven if you don't believe in these gloom-and-doom scenarios, your clients will want to know how you're protecting them.
December 24, 2014
The Real Value of an Advisor: 'Risk' and 'Managing'Are your conversations with your clients about the 2014 markets different than in 2008-2009? We focus on helping clients understand what we mean by risk and managing.