New York Life Insurance Co., which built the Marketfield Fund into the largest U.S. alternative mutual fund, is seeking additional offerings that allow clients to bet on more than gains in stocks and bonds.

Sylvia Mathews Burwell, President Obamas choice for U.S. health secretary, gained the overwhelming backing of a key committee, sending her nomination to the U.S. Senate for a confirmation vote.

Consumers looking for a good deal on the exchanges are more likely to pick a plan from Coventry, Humana and WellPoint, according to Avalere Health.

More than 60 percent of the employers queried believe their employees face more personal financial challenges today than they did five years ago and are responding with educational programs to help ease the stress caused by financial worries.