Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Trump Threatens Extra 50% China Tariff Over Retaliation
By Josh WingroveThe president's tariff plans have caused U.S. stocks to swing wildly, after global markets fell sharply.
April 04, 2025
RIA M&A Deals Surge to Q1 Record: DeVoeGrowth is driving RIA leaders to sell externally, followed by liquidity and succession planning, the consulting firm reported.
April 04, 2025
Christine Benz: How Tariffs Could Hit Clients' Cash FlowsAdvisors should talk to clients about liquidity, inflation and repositioning assets if necessary, the strategist says.
April 04, 2025
Stay Cool, Don't Sell, Slott and Edelman Say"The worst thing to do is to make emotional drastic moves or change your plans," says Ed Slott.
April 04, 2025
Josh Brown: It's Not Time to Buy the DipClients who want to take gains should be careful to avoid tax liability, the Ritholtz Wealth CEO says.
April 04, 2025
S&P Still Has Plenty of Room to Fall"We're all navigating in the dark with recession risks rising," said EP Wealth Advisors' Adam Phillips.
April 04, 2025
5 Tips for Talking to Clients in Volatile MarketsNo one knows what will happen next, but markets have rewarded patience in the past. What do you say?
April 04, 2025
Powell Signals Fed Still on Hold, Wary of Persistent Price ShockThe Fed chair emphasized the central bank doesn't need to hurry to adjust interest rates.