Industry News

Displaying 36735 results
IMF says US Treasuries dynamic is 'very unfavorable'
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 11, 2023
IMF says US Treasuries dynamic is 'very unfavorable'

It says US fiscal path is unsustainable and forecasts ongoing debt growth.

By Bloomberg
Can earnings continue to resist impact of rate hikes?
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 11, 2023
Can earnings continue to resist impact of rate hikes?

As Q3 earnings season begins, questions will be asked.

By Bloomberg
EM stocks tumble to lowest level since 1987
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 11, 2023
EM stocks tumble to lowest level since 1987

Developing nation equities have suffered significant pullbacks from investors.

By Bloomberg
Americans saved hundreds of billions more than previously thought
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2023
Americans saved hundreds of billions more than previously thought

The fact that households are in better shape financially could make a recession less likely.

By Bloomberg
Philanthropist Chuck Feeney dies aged 92, with $8B 'giving while living' legacy
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2023
Philanthropist Chuck Feeney dies aged 92, with $8B 'giving while living' legacy

The entrepreneur was the ultimate example of using wealth to do good.

By Steve Randall
Stratos Wealth aims to boost national reach with new executive hire
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2023
Stratos Wealth aims to boost national reach with new executive hire

The firm has hired a former MassMutual and MetLife business development specialist.

By Steve Randall
Stocks gain after Fed's 'change of tone'
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2023
Stocks gain after Fed's 'change of tone'

But UBS says fixed income is a better bet than equities right now.

By Bloomberg
IMF, World Bank meetings begin but what's on the agenda?
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2023
IMF, World Bank meetings begin but what's on the agenda?

The masters of the world's money have plenty to talk about.

By Bloomberg
Conflict in Middle East adds new concern for EM investors
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2023
Conflict in Middle East adds new concern for EM investors

The Hamas attack on Israel has compounded concerns about developing nations investments.

By Bloomberg
US equities sell-off is easing, says Citi strategist
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2023
US equities sell-off is easing, says Citi strategist

However, it's too soon for the bulls to take center stage.

By Bloomberg
Do half-empty office buildings offer opportunities for investors?
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 09, 2023
Do half-empty office buildings offer opportunities for investors?

Don't write off commercial real estate just yet, fund managers say.

By Gregg Greenberg
RBC Wealth adds $630M teams from Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 09, 2023
RBC Wealth adds $630M teams from Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo

The firm has added advisors in New York, Pennsylvania and Minnesota.

By Steve Randall
Two-thirds of Americans would consider bankruptcy to jettison debt stress
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 09, 2023
Two-thirds of Americans would consider bankruptcy to jettison debt stress

Sleep problems, anxiety, and relationship issues all reported by overstretched borrowers.

By Steve Randall
Why distressed debt is a major concern for EM investors
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 09, 2023
Why distressed debt is a major concern for EM investors

Concern over defaults has been exacerbated by rising Treasury yields.

By Bloomberg
Investors who overestimate their financial acumen pay higher fees, Finra says
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 06, 2023
Investors who overestimate their financial acumen pay higher fees, Finra says

But those who showed objective knowledge paid less, research shows.

By Emile Hallez
Merrill adviser overseeing $350M moves to UBS
ADVISOR NEWS WIREHOUSES OCT 06, 2023
Merrill adviser overseeing $350M moves to UBS

Matt Burton will join the firm’s Indianapolis office.

By InvestmentNews
To short, or not to short? That is the question facing advisors
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 06, 2023
To short, or not to short? That is the question facing advisors

Selling high and buying low is still a valid recipe for making money, yet most financial advisors are loathe to do it.

By Gregg Greenberg
Fed seen leaning toward another rate hike after big jobs gain
INVESTING FIXED INCOME OCT 06, 2023
Fed seen leaning toward another rate hike after big jobs gain

'The acceleration in growth justifies higher rates and hawks will remain concerned about backsliding on progress made on inflation,' says an economist.

By Bloomberg
Investing evolves but some principles are evergreen, Charles Schwab reveals
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 06, 2023
Investing evolves but some principles are evergreen, Charles Schwab reveals

As the firm marks its 50th anniversary, it’s asked for insights from clients old and new.

By Steve Randall
Savant boosts advisors' 401(k) management with Pontera partnership
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 06, 2023
Savant boosts advisors' 401(k) management with Pontera partnership

RIA hails 'significant operation improvements' from fintech platform.

By Steve Randall