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Manufacturing is More than Just a Number
November 25, 2019 | Investment Themes
Key Takeaways A popular manufacturing strength indicator has contracted for three straight months Some investors are concerned that slowing manufacturing activity could spread and lead to job loss in other sectors Manufacturing already accounts for a smaller portion of GDP than it once did, …
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All AudiencesFAQ: When will the next recession hit?
November 15, 2019 | Market Commentary
When is the next recession going to hit? Jeff Ingraham, Managing Director of Portfolio Strategies, points out some key indicators of the country’s place in the economic cycle, and some signs of a looming recession.
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All AudiencesFAQ: What is your position on gold as an investment?
November 15, 2019 | Market Commentary
Is investing in gold a good idea? In this video, Jeff Ingraham, our Managing Director of Portfolio Strategies, discusses why you should think about gold from an economic perspective, and how to find investments that have intrinsic value.
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All AudiencesFAQ: What is your outlook for the trade war with China?
November 15, 2019 | Market Commentary
What impact is the trade war having on the markets? In this video, Jeff Ingraham discusses the dual impact of the U.S.-China trade war on both businesses and consumers, and his view on the possibility of an eventual resolution.
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All AudiencesFAQ: What are your thoughts on low and negative interest rates?
November 15, 2019 | Market Commentary
What does a negative interest rate mean? Jeff Ingraham expands on the reasoning behind current low and negative interest rate environments, and how to find possible opportunities for investment.
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All AudiencesExponential Growth, Exponential Opportunity
October 30, 2019 | Investment Themes
The information age is upon us. Rapid advances in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and more are just beginning to transform our lives and our economies. Supporting all these technologies is an ever-increasing demand on our hardware and capabilities. Every iPhone upgrade, wireless tower, …
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All Audiences3 Health Care Stocks We Like Today
October 18, 2019 | Investment Themes
It’s no secret that health care is pricier than ever. If you haven’t seen the headlines, you’ve likely felt the impact on your own wallet. With an aging population and the rising prevalence of chronic disease, this upward trajectory is expected to continue. According to Deloitte, the growth …
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Power of AI
September 30, 2019 | Investment Themes
Artificial intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of technology today. As companies advance existing innovations and create new ones, AI will play an increasing role in fueling economic growth. In a recent report, consulting firm McKinsey found that AI could potentially add $13 trillion of …
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All AudiencesImplications of the Saudi Oil Attack
September 17, 2019 | Market Commentary
Oil prices rose double digits yesterday as a series of drone attacks over the weekend knocked out approximately half of all Saudi Arabian crude production. The massive move in crude oil futures became the largest single day rise since 1988, with Brent crude rising nearly 15% on Monday. The drone …
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There is No Alternative
September 12, 2019 | Market Commentary
2019 has been a strong year for the stock market. US equities are trading near all-time highs, with healthy year-to-date gains both at home and abroad. At the same time that stock markets are hitting new highs, interest rates have been falling to new lows. After starting the year at 2.69%, the …
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