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Economists say there is a 7-in-10 likelihood that the U.S. economy will sink into a recession next year, slashing demand forecasts and trimming inflation projections in the wake of massive interest-rate hikes by the Federal Reserve.
Marketing your practice: 7 tips for financial advisors in 2023.

Forward-thinking advisors are embracing a variety of high-tech solutions even as they revisit the older, tried-and-true strategies. Here are 7 ideas advisors can use to boost their marketing plans as they search for growth in the year ahead.
A bumpy road is predicted for insurtechs heading into 2023.

The insurtech sector, once hailed as the great insurance industry disruptor, is looking at a bumpy road for 2023 with investment capital at a premium, stocks in the dumper, recessionary pressures, and the inability to innovate stunting growth, experts say.
Inflation and financial woes weigh down American optimism for 2023.

The financial outlook for many Americans does not appear to be bright, as many continue to cope with high inflation and financial worries. In fact, more Americans say their financial situation is worse than it was a year ago – and don’t expect it to improve in 2023, according to a recent study.

By tracking driving habits such as braking, acceleration, mileage, etc., insurers can assess risk more accurately, giving them more control over who to take on as a policyholder.
3 steps for financial advisors' success in 2023.

With rising interest rates, an uncertain economy, and high inflation, many advisors may be worried about their prospects for enhancing the financial performance of their practice. Two industry veterans offer suggestions to tackle this challenge and make 2023 successful.