Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
November 08, 2024
Here's Who Could Lead Trump's Economic AgendaHe's likely to pick top advisors and cabinet secretaries from a pool of Wall Street and business executives.
November 07, 2024
What Trump's Win Means for the Markets: 3 VIP ViewsSchwab's Liz Ann Sonders, Creative Planning's Peter Mallouk and Carson Group's Ryan Detrick weigh in on what strategies to embrace.
November 07, 2024
Fed Cuts Rates; Powell Says He Wouldn't Resign If Asked By TrumpFederal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said removal or demotion of any Fed board leader is "not permitted under the law."
November 06, 2024
Millionaire Tax Approved by Illinois VotersWhile the proposal has no legal effect, the vote opens the door to a new debate over ramping up taxes on the rich.
November 06, 2024
Goldman, JPMorgan Soar With Trump Poised to Deliver DeregulationTrump has vowed to cut the corporate tax rate, eliminate 10 regulations for every new one and fire some financial regulators.
November 06, 2024
What Clients Changing Jobs Should Know About Their 401(k)These clients have a decision to make on whether, and where, to move their retirement savings.
November 06, 2024
S&P 500, Bitcoin Hit Peak as Trump to Retake White HouseThe market is more focused on the positive aspects of Trump's agenda with less concern on tariff impacts and wider policy outcomes.
November 06, 2024
El-Erian: Election Means 'New Power Structure' in U.S."The markets are reacting in an incredibly rational fashion," Allianz's chief economic advisor says.
November 06, 2024
How 8 State Tax Ballot Questions Did in the PollsVoters made decisions on property, sales income and capital gains taxes.
November 06, 2024
Trump Win Boosts Insurers, Ratchets Up Expectations for DealsThe new administration is likely to pull back on Biden-era measures affecting health insurers, drug prices and public-health leadership.