Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Morgan Stanley Payouts in ’15: Will a Boost in Deferred Comp Hurt Reps?
By Janet LevauxIndustry experts are divided on the impact of this pay shift on advisor retention and recruiting.
November 14, 2014
Ritholtz: Guess How Much Money Bill Gross Made Last Year?Gross made nearly as much money at Pimco as 20 CEOs combined. Was he worth it? Barry Ritholtz asks.
November 14, 2014
Target-Date Funds’ Distorted Investing Strategy: Research AffiliatesResearcher Noah Beck says theres a much better portfolio strategy to use than target-date funds.
November 13, 2014
American Realty Capital Sues RCS Over $700M DealThe dispute sets up a battle between two companies that have the same chairman, Nicholas Schorsch.
November 13, 2014
Hennessy Funds’ Chief Sees Dow at 20,000, ‘Loves’ JapanWith the yield on the Dow at nearly 2.2%, Neil Hennessy says hes not going out on a limb in forecasting a continuance of the bull market.
November 12, 2014
Lincoln tweaks its deferred income annuityThe Lincoln Deferred Income Solutions Annuity now offers, among other features, a shorter minimum deferral period and flexible premium options.
November 12, 2014
Lincoln tweaks its deferred income annuityThe Lincoln Deferred Income Solutions Annuity now offers, among other features, a shorter minimum deferral period and flexible premium options.
November 12, 2014
BlackRock’s Rieder Fund Snags PIMCO AssetsRieder, who runs the $4.1 billion fund, has delivered 7% over the past year, making it the top bond fund.