Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
More Life and Annuity Products Offer Commodity Indexes
By Allison BellInflation is increasing some clients' interest in tying value to something tangible.
August 11, 2024
Bonds Are Back After Failing Investors for YearsExpectations for rate cuts have mounted fast, and bonds do very well in that environment.
August 10, 2024
Markets Go on Wild Ride in Week Marked by Forced SellingWith many asset groups not yet screaming economic angst, one bullish mantra is starting to emerge from the noise: Buy the dip.
August 09, 2024
In Today's Volatile Markets, Buffer ETFs Could Offer Peace of MindThese funds now have $41.4 billion in assets and typically take a long position in broad index-based funds and also buy and sell options.
August 09, 2024
What 3 Advisors Make of Wall Street's Wild WeekProfit-taking is normal and healthy, but it can spark short-term fears about what comes next,
August 09, 2024
SEC, Exchanges Should Probe Monday's VIX Surge: SummersDuring the stock selloff Monday, the volatility index surged above 65 — a level associated with outright investor panic.
August 09, 2024
Jeremy Siegel Fears Fed 'Falling Behind' on Rate Cuts"It's almost like Chairman Powell wants to see the bottom fall out of the labor market and then they'll do it," he said.
August 09, 2024
Trump Wants Presidents to Have Some Say Over Interest RatesChair Jerome Powell has pledged not to let political pressure influence decision making at the Fed.