Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
The Myth of Cash on the Sidelines
By Dave GilreathNo, there is not a river of cash waiting to flow into stocks as interest rates fall.
January 02, 2025
10 Places for a Cheap, Comfortable Retirement AbroadRetirees can live well in many of these regions for less than $2,000 a month, International Living reports.
January 02, 2025
How $10K Fared in 2024 Across a Range of Standout InvestmentsThe U.S. saw a surge of 67% in an index tracking the Magnificent Seven megacap tech firms.
December 31, 2024
How Women's Philanthropy Has Evolved Over 20 YearsThe pandemic presented new challenges for women and the nonprofit organizations they support, the Women’s Philanthropy Institute found.
December 31, 2024
Treasurys See Hoped-For Rally Fizzle in Another Lagging YearThe poor performance is due to a resilient economy that forced investors to abandon big bets on monetary easing.
December 31, 2024
Bank Bull Run Seen Thundering OnwardMarket watchers expect factors behind the 33% surge in bank shares in 2024 to continue.
December 31, 2024
Gold Heads for Biggest Gain Since 2010Its 27% advance this year is tied to monetary easing, geopolitical risks and central bank purchases.
December 30, 2024
Ed Yardeni Sees 'a Lot of Upside' in U.S. StocksA strong economy and robust earnings should fuel further gains in the S&P 500, the researcher says.