Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Don't Be Fooled: TIPS Are a Powerful Retirement Planning Tool
By John ManganaroRetirement researcher Wade Pfau is a fan of Treasury inflation-protected securities, including in times of lower inflation.
July 27, 2025
Stocks Climb as Investors Brace for Big Tech EarningsMeanwhile, BofA strategists are warning about the rising risk of a bubble due to changes in monetary and other policies.
July 24, 2025
12 States Where It Takes the Most Income to Be in the Top 1%While economic conditions vary, it takes $731,492 on average to be part of this elite group, SmartAsset reports.
July 24, 2025
6 Reasons Recurring DAF Donations Beat Lump SumsWhile many fund owners are making smaller repeat gifts and big responsive donations, most charities prefer the former.
July 23, 2025
First-Half U.S. Death Count Still 10.6% Higher Than Before COVIDA veteran actuary says she thinks the increase is more than a statistical fluke.
July 23, 2025
12 States With the Highest Life Insurance Premium Spending per AdultHigh-ranking states may have a quiet force promoting economic stability for families.
July 22, 2025
AI Will Be Ready to Manage Money in 5 Years: MITAI could also evolve to meet one of finance's highest bars: the fiduciary standard, says Andrew Lo.
July 21, 2025
Trump Tax Law to Add $3.4T to Deficits: CBOThe figure reflects a $4.5 trillion drop in revenues and a $1.1 trillion decline in spending through 2034.