Concerns over a possible default by Uncle Sam rippling the lakes of state issuers; five top-rated borrowers braced for possible downgrade
In a sign that the economy may be on the verge of another recession, investors are paying less for equities than they have during every recession since Ronald Reagan was president
Even in the rocky world of technology investing, the debt ceiling debate has been an eye-opening experience.
Bill Gross, founder of Pacific Investment Management Co., said President Barack Obama's plan to stimulate the economy with more than $300 billion in tax cuts and spending is inadequate.
Allianz Global Investors on Tuesday announced restructuring effective Jan. 1 that will give PIMCO greater distribution independence and will more closely align the elements of Allianz's other business.
Term premium at an all-time high, but investor confidence in economy at rock bottom; 'fear priced into yields'
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U.S. stocks are likely to extend declines because hedge funds have leeway to boost bets against the world's largest equity market, according to Bank of America Corp.'s Mary Ann Bartels.
Pimco's Bill Gross said Bank of New York Mellon Corp.'s decision to charge clients for large deposits shows how the government's efforts to revive the economy are distorting markets and hurting savers.
Regulator cites lack of liquidity and high fees; product sales remain brisk
Paramount to generate returns even in down markets; higher management costs worth it
Regulator wants commissions subtracted right away from value shown on statements; 'pendulum has swung too far'
Regulator prepares proposal after May complaint against David Lerner Associates; time it takes to get market valuations not up to par
Seeks permission from SEC; could pose big threat to equity mutual funds
Wagering on direction of stocks, not individual shares
After avoiding the pitfalls of disastrous Regulation D deals during the past decade, Commonwealth Financial Network and LPL Financial LLC are contending with potential fallout from a real estate private placement that faces pressure from its creditors.
Despite need to raise federal tax revenues, bank believes lawmakers will spare municipal debt
Wells II securities issued at $10 apiece, now worth an estimated $7.47; pricing of nontraded real estate trusts under the microscope
In the latest twist in the ongoing saga of Apple REITs sold by David Lerner Associates, plaintiffs claim the B-D used a line of credit and other sources to boost dividend payments beyond what was prudent. | <b>Extra</b> <a href=http://www.investmentnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Site=CI&Date=20110826&Category=FREE&ArtNo=826009999&Ref=PH>Home prices still plunging in these states</a>
Rate on average 30-year fixed loan falls to 4.12%; 'homebuyers are not responding'
