Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Bond Investors Wary After Warsh Speech Fuels Rate-Hike Bets
By Greg Ritchie, Ye Xie and Michael MackenzieSince May, investors have struggled to adapt to his communication style, since he provides less forward guidance on interest-rate policy than his predecessors.
August 28, 2026
Warsh Says Inflation Isn't Slowing, Vows to Reach 2% TargetThe implied probability of a rate hike in September rose to above 50%, up from around 36% before the speech.
August 28, 2026
BofA's Strategist Takes 'Flak' for Street-Low S&P 500 CallSavita Subramanian is sticking to her year-end target of 7,100 even after several of her peers raised theirs in recent weeks.
August 28, 2026
15 Countries With the Most BillionairesThe global billionaire population last year grew at its fastest pace since 2020, Altrata research finds.
August 27, 2026
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Affluent Clients Need a Reality Check on Long-Term Care CostsIndustry data whisperer Lily Vittayarukskul looks at the story "statewide average cost" tables don't tell.
August 26, 2026
What to Know About High-Risk Structured NotesStructured products can help limit losses, but they can come with steep fees and other downsides.
August 26, 2026
The 20 Most Active RIA Buyers of the Past YearWhile first-half deal volume declined in 2026, the scale of acquisitions grew considerably, Fidelity finds.
August 26, 2026
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This Trust Shields Client Assets From Lawsuits, but Is It Worth It?High-net-worth clients may find Cook Islands Trusts attractive, but there are high costs and domestic alternatives.