Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
February 16, 2024
15 Most Educated States in America: 2024WalletHub ranked the states on educational quality and attainment.
February 15, 2024
Gensler Vows to Advance SEC's Rule Agenda as Election LoomsThe agency has finalized some 35 rules during the Biden administration, with many remaining rules opposed by Republicans.
February 14, 2024
El-Erian: Market's 'Outsized Reaction' to Inflation Data Came After Getting 'Carried Away'The Federal Reserve needs to make three rate cuts and shouldn't wait too long, the Allianz economist cautioned.
February 14, 2024
Gundlach: Watch This Indicator Next for Clue on Rate HikesThe CPI came "back to bite" the Fed, but a more important number is coming, DoubleLine's CEO says.
February 14, 2024
For Income-Focused Investors, Now Is the Time for BondsA few years ago, dividend yields exceeded bond yields. That's no longer the case.
February 13, 2024
Older Investors Think They're Ready to Retire. Advisors Disagree.The disparity was especially acute around specific topics, such as Social Security and Medicare planning, Allspring found.
February 13, 2024
Morningstar Wealth Platform Adds Outside SMAsThe accounts expand the investment choices that advisors can use to build portfolios, the financial services firm said.
February 13, 2024
Jeremy Siegel: Big Tech Stocks Showing 'Overspeculation' SignsThere's no bubble in artificial intelligence, but investors should look for a less concentrated market, the economist warned.
February 13, 2024
S&P 500 Set for Worst CPI Day Since September 2022Equities dropped from all-time highs after the core consumer price index climbed the most in eight months.
February 13, 2024
8 Ways to Talk Tech (or Anything New) With Skeptical ClientsIt may require baby steps for clients to see emerging opportunities, but the efforts are often worth it.