Daily Economic Commentary Jobless claims jump January 15, 2021 New claims for unemployment insurance shot up by 181,000 last week to a four-and-a-half month high 965,000.
Capital Market Impact Will rising rates change the bond market climate? January 14, 2021 An interest rate jump may challenge bond investors.
Daily Economic Commentary Core inflation remains muted January 14, 2021 The core CPI moved higher by just 0.1% in December to hold at +1.6% on an annual basis...
Daily Economic Commentary Near-term Risks Still Climbing January 13, 2021 Just as the longer-term outlook continues to brighten, the near-term risks are still accumulating.
Daily Economic Commentary Financials to kick off earnings season January 12, 2021 Fourth quarter earnings season gets underway this week, with the banks again in the leadoff position.
Economic Commentary COVID/lockdowns hit the job market January 11, 2021 The effects of increasing government restrictions on in-person activity in response to record infections were stark.
Daily Economic Commentary Lack of trust is a structural headwind January 8, 2021 Academic studies have confirmed a strong relationship between societal trust and economic progress.
Daily Economic Commentary No split government after all January 7, 2021 Democrats won both runoff elections in Georgia on Tuesday, giving the party control of the Senate.
Daily Economic Commentary No soft patch in manufacturing January 6, 2021 The ISM manufacturing index came in much better than expected for December, rising by 3.2 points to a...
Daily Economic Commentary Stimulus to Limit the Near-Term Downside January 5, 2021 The big story at year-end was the long-awaited passage into law of a second COVID relief bill.
Economic Commentary Growth to be boosted by new stimulus January 4, 2021 Additional pandemic stimulus funds will boost growth for 2021
Daily Economic Commentary No split government after all January 7, 2021 Democrats won both runoff elections in Georgia on Tuesday, giving the party control of the Senate.
Daily Economic Commentary Market Swings and Coronavirus: 4 Facts Clients Need to Know March 10, 2020 Amid market volatility, investors should remain calm and not respond to the headlines.
Practice Management When change comes, how will you take charge? December 3, 2020 Change is happening at a rapid rate and adapting to it is vital to your continued development as...
Client outcomes CARES Act loosens rules on retirement savings distributions April 20, 2020 New rules set in place by the CARES Act provide more options to those who are struggling financially
Business Growth How financial professionals can achieve their business goals September 28, 2020 If you don’t know where you’re going, how will you know when you get there?
Client outcomes SECURE Act 2.0: Supporting Worker Financial Wellness December 10, 2020 We’re advocating to better retirement outcomes
Daily Economic Commentary No soft patch in manufacturing January 6, 2021 The ISM manufacturing index came in much better than expected for December, rising by 3.2 points to a...
Client outcomes Will possible tax increases affect your client’s retirement planning next year? September 30, 2020 A few strategies to consider with clients in anticipation of possible income, estate, and gift tax increases next...
Daily Economic Commentary Near-term Risks Still Climbing January 13, 2021 Just as the longer-term outlook continues to brighten, the near-term risks are still accumulating.
Client outcomes Help your younger clients plan their future Social Security benefits July 30, 2020 A new study by Nationwide discovers that younger clients are eager to learn more about their future Social...
Economic Commentary COVID/lockdowns hit the job market January 11, 2021 The effects of increasing government restrictions on in-person activity in response to record infections were stark.