Federal Reserve policymakers are in a tough spot as they meet this week. Even before President Trump pushed through new tax cuts, federal spending adjustments and tariffs, the economy was slowing. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act increases anticipated federal deficits a bit more than $300 billion a year, but Mr.
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Markets eye Fed rate cut as Powell’s guidance takes center stage
The Fed faces a balancing act: offer enough stimulus with a rate cut to reassure markets without signaling panic or jeopardizing credibility.
Not all in Gen Z think alike about retirement planning
The cultural divide among Generation Z isn’t just political — it’s deeply personal.
Nearly a million fewer jobs were created during the end of the Biden Administration, according to a recent report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. If the Federal Reserve has been basing interest rate decisions on preliminary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, then American families who' ve suffered under high rates deserve a massive correction by the…
‘Sandwich Generation’ pressures derail retirement plans for millions, study finds
Americans who have both young children and aging parents are struggling to stay on track toward retirement and long-term financial goals.
New York Life’s latest Wealth Watch survey reveals a growing “financial confidence gap” — the difference between where Americans feel they are financially and where they aspire to be.
The oldest members of Generation X turn 60 in 2025 and many in the “middle child” generation find themselves hurtling closer to their retirement years with deep uncertainties about the state of their finances.
Trump’s dismissal of a Fed governor could redefine presidential power
The firing of Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook isn't just about Lisa Cook- it's about presidential power. President Donald Trump's penchant to act first, ask later was on full display recently when he became the first president in American history to fire a member of the Federal Reserve Board. Before he fired Lisa Cook, President Trump had spent months…
Making connections with younger advisors
Connecting with millennial and Generation Z advisors requires a different approach than what may have worked in the past.
Retirees fear tariffs, inflation costs will outpace Social Security benefits
Concerns about global trade and tariff changes are adding to the financial pressures that many American retirees are facing.
The 2026 MDRT Executive Committee welcomed John F. Nichols, MSM, CLU, as the 100th MDRT President, and Simon D. Lister,…
Why financial professionals should enter the 403(b) K-12 educator market
How to address the criticisms about how this market works and embrace the opportunities that it opens.
Misleading online information leads many Americans to make financial errors
Nearly 3 out of 5 people surveyed said they made regrettable financial decisions based on misleading information they received online
Peak 65 brings peak risk: Preventing elder financial fraud
This dramatic demographic shift brings with it not only increased demand for retirement and health care planning but also an urgent need to safeguard seniors from financial exploitation.
The Big Beautiful Bill: 8 financial planning impacts and strategies
The recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act could impact personal finance and tax strategy.
The Financial Planning Association announced LeCount R. Davis, MCS, CFP, is the recipient of the association’s and profession’s highest individual award – the 2025 P. Kemp Fain, Jr., Award.
Private credit enters your 401(k)? What investors need to know
Private credit is an alternative investment that involves providing loans to businesses outside traditional channels.
Is it possible to save too much in retirement accounts?
Choosing the right accounts to save into can help younger and lower-asset households, according to a report by Hearts & Wallets.
Jackson National study reveals hidden dangers for risk-averse investors
A new Jackson National study exposes a surprising truth: Risk-averse investors may be vulnerable to a different form of market risk.
Annuities vs. the 4% Rule: Why guaranteed income wins
The research also found that those with smaller nest eggs benefit from annuitizing more of their income.
