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December 22, 2016 | Market Commentary
The conventional wisdom leading into last month’s U.S. presidential election held that in the unlikely event that Donald Trump was victorious, a significant market sell-off would likely ensue. Early financial market indicators on election night certainly fit this scenario as Dow Jones Industrial …
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All AudiencesDecember 22, 2016 | Market Commentary
There’s been no shortage of press regarding U.S. equity markets hitting all time highs following the U.S. presidential election. In the weeks subsequent to the election, the S&P 500 Index rose nearly 3% as of November end, largely driven by sharp upward moves in Energy, Financial, and …
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All AudiencesAugust 29, 2016 | Market Commentary
Once again equity markets have demonstrated their ability to bounce back from a flare up in volatility. The market shock from the unexpected victory for the “Leave” camp in the United Kingdom’s referendum on membership in the European Union has faded, and the VIX is once again near multi-year …
Senior Wealth Management Consultant
June 23, 2016 | Estate Planning
Sustaining family wealth across multiple generations is difficult. So difficult, in fact, that there are numerous proverbs from cultures around the world that describe the problem: “Shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations” (U.S.), “from barn stall to barn stall in three generations” ( …
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IndividualsOctober 16, 2015 | Investment Themes
Introduction While derivatives may have a negative connotation to some investors, it is common for fixed income managers to simply utilize them as risk management tools to adjust exposure to interest rate, credit, and currency risk rather than a means to take on excessive risk/leverage. As such, …
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All AudiencesOctober 05, 2015 | Market Commentary
Recent market volatility has raised many questions. Managing Director, Christopher Petrosino, and Darin Leone, Portfolio Strategist, respond to the uncertainties facing investors today and what to expect going forward.
Managing Director, Fixed Income
September 01, 2015 | Investment Management
The last several years have been defined by historically low interest rates, and using a bond index fund to gain market exposure to the broad fixed income market has become a more prevalent investor strategy. While rates have seen historic lows, they are expected to rise over time. Given the …
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All AudiencesJuly 29, 2015 | Market Commentary
Today, most market watchers agree that rates are poised to move higher. That being said, the interest rate conversation is also quickly shifting toward what happens after the first policy rate hike. Will the Federal Reserve continue on a path of predictable hikes, or will policy adjustments …
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All AudiencesJuly 29, 2015 | Investment Themes
Where are interest rates headed? Anyone following financial markets over the past few years undoubtedly has this question burning in their mind. At this juncture, while debate continues to surround the timing, most market watchers seem to agree that rates are poised to go up. Admittedly, an …
July 20, 2015 | Market Commentary
Introduction For many investors, the need for current income to support spending needs is a primary investment objective. For example, investors that may place a priority on maintaining stability of current income needs include: High net worth investors in or near retirement Endowment/ …
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