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Endowments & Foundations » The Future of Philanthropy is More Strategic Than You Think
October 07, 2019 | Fundraising
Any organization that relies on philanthropy to operate should be planning carefully for the future. Like many things, philanthropy is an exercise in free will. People choose what to support based on their opinions, experiences, recommendations, etc. – just like they choose what to buy from a …
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Endowments & FoundationsLibrary » October 2019 Perspective
October 02, 2019 | Market Commentary
Strongest Start Since 1997 US equities finished the third quarter modestly higher, furthering what have already been robust year-to-date gains. The S&P 500 price index is up 19% on the year for its strongest start to a year in over two decades. The big rally comes alongside a strong performance …
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Markets & Economy » 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 AudiencesLibrary » Webinar: High Yield Bond Series
September 27, 2019 | Financial Planning
With interest rates hitting historic lows, many investors are looking to the high yield bond market in search for yield. Join us as our fixed income portfolio managers discuss our approach to managing risk and finding opportunity in this Strategy in Focus webinar. …
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Financial Planning » Turning 65 and Still Working? What You Should Know About Medicare Enrollment
September 27, 2019 | Financial Planning
Although Medicare Open Enrollment is right around the corner, starting October 15, 2019 and running through December 7, 2019, if you aren’t yet 65 (or even if you’re close to it) this is not the period in which you need to sign up. In fact, the process for initial enrollment in Medicare is …
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IndividualsMarkets & Economy » Implications 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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Markets & Economy » 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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All AudiencesLibrary » September 2019 Perspective
September 04, 2019 | Market Commentary
Bonds Take Center Stage Fixed income markets stole the show as bond yields sharply and steadily fell all throughout the month. In August, the yield on the US 10-Year Treasury note collapsed 52 basis points (one basis point is 0.01%), sinking from 2.02% to 1.51%. August’s ferocious bond buying …
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All AudiencesFinancial Planning » Webinar: College 101 - Focus on Finances
August 28, 2019 | Financial Planning
Navigating the college application process can be a challenge – especially when it comes to finances. How do you know if you’re eligible for student aid? What’s the difference between scholarships and grants? How do you save and pay for college? What are the …
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Markets & Economy » What Falling Interest Rates Mean to You
August 27, 2019 | Market Commentary
Interest rates are fundamental to investing. The income you earn in a savings account, the interest you pay on your mortgage, and the yield you earn on a bond are all determined by underlying interest rates in the economy. Over the past six months, those rates have fallen significantly, …
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