Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
December 28, 2023
5 Things to Look for in Stocks in 2024After a wild in 2023, investors are full of optimism for the S&P 500 Index in the year ahead.
December 28, 2023
10 Least Expensive Big U.S. CitiesAverage spending on the 10 most common household bills fits into more budgets in these locales.
December 27, 2023
Americans More Optimistic About Social Security: GallupHalf of adults aged 18 to 29 predicted that they will receive benefits, up from 34% in 2015.
December 27, 2023
Top 15 Cities Where Gen Zers Are MovingThe settling of young adults into new communities plays an important role in local economies, SmartAsset research finds.
December 27, 2023
8 Investment Ideas for 2024: MorningstarEven with heightened risk, Morningstar is optimistic about stocks and bonds in 2024, two analysts write.
December 26, 2023
CFP Board Picks 7 Best Retirement Research Papers of 2023Many of the papers recognized by the board tackle timely retirement planning questions.
December 26, 2023
7 Market, Economic Predictions for 2024: SchwabHere's what Liz Ann Sonders, Jeffrey Kleintop and Kathy Jones expect for the year ahead.
December 25, 2023
Nothing Beat Owning the S&P 500 This Year"It's like we're almost in a melt-up," said David Kudla, founder of Mainstay Capital Management.
December 21, 2023
These Stock Forecasters Nailed This Year's Rally. Here's What They See for 2024"We talked about the market maybe making new highs and people thought we were crazy," said Carson Group's Ryan Detrick.
December 21, 2023
The 11 Best Holiday Gifts for the Travel Lover in Your LifeHere's how to create travel magic this holiday season — for your spouse or partner, children and friends alike.