Historical Research: Inventing Financial Futures
By Kenneth SilberIn November 1967, University of Chicago economist Milton Friedman was turned down for a loan, a rejection that ended up changing the course of financial...
October 28, 2009
Three Disturbing Facts for the BullsThe Dow's push beyond 10,000 has covered up many of the disturbing numbers floating around. Of course, Wall Street doesn't mind you thinking that...
October 27, 2009
LTC Rates Continue To RiseThe recession may be depressing prices for some goods and services, but the cost of nursing home care, home health care aides and assisted living services is still going up.
October 21, 2009
Stronger Than Ever: Client LoyaltyForget the "studies," says Elzweig. Complexity in markets and in financial services is good for advisors, even in troubled times, as shown with today's high rates of customer loyalty.
October 20, 2009
Seniors, boomers hit the job trailMore Americans over 55 say they plan to work until the age of 69 or beyond, according to a new report by the MetLife Mature Market Institute. However, many in this group will face difficulties if they find themselves in need of a job.
October 20, 2009
Seniors, boomers hit the job trailMore Americans over 55 say they plan to work until the age of 69 or beyond, according to a new report by the MetLife Mature Market Institute. However, many in this group will face difficulties if they find themselves in need of a job.
October 15, 2009
Insurers Continue FASB Fair Value BattleThe Group of North American Insurance Companies is asking the U.S. Financial Accounting Standards Board to rework proposed a fair value accounting disclosure proposal.
October 13, 2009
House Begins Considering Financial Services Reform BillsWhile the Senate Finance Committee is expected to vote on healthcare legislation on October 13, the House Financial Services Committee will begin considering financial regulatory reform legislation on October 14.