Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
December 30, 2024
Social Security Fairness Act Could Cause New ProblemsExperts agree that the WEP needs to go, but more reforms are needed to truly make benefits fair.
December 30, 2024
Bank Workers Are Leaking Data on Client Accounts as Scams SurgeThe finance industry’s lowest-paid employees are selling sensitive customer information out the back door.
December 27, 2024
12 Happiest States in America: 2024These states provide above-average quality of life in a number of areas, according to WalletHub's research.
December 27, 2024
Social Security Fairness Act Calls for 2024 Back PaymentsThe bill repealing the controversial Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset awaits President Biden's signature.
December 26, 2024
What to Tell Clients About the New College Aid FormAfter a rough ride with last year's FAFSA, applicants should expect an easier time with the latest version.
December 23, 2024
Top 15 Up-and-Coming U.S. Cities for 2025Americans are turning to locales once overlooked as too quiet as ideal places to live, Real Estate Witch found.
December 23, 2024
Americans Plan to Focus on Financial Stability in 2025Thrity-eight percent of Allianz Life survey respondents said this was their top priority.
December 23, 2024
2 Big Takes on the Market in 2025The sentiment of Schwab and Fidelity analysts is mainly bullish — with caveats.
December 23, 2024
Frontier Asset Launches 6 Active ETFsThe new exchange-traded funds operate on SEI's turnkey Advisors’ Inner Circle Fund series trust.
December 20, 2024
11 Top New York City Restaurants to Book in 2025As 2024 winds down, here’s what to get excited about in the Big Apple in the year ahead.