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January 16, 2020 | Investment Themes
Apparel is a competitive industry. Trends are constantly changing, and there are frequently new entrants. Rarely does a company make a long-lasting impact, but Lululemon has been an exception to a difficult rule. We’re taking a look at what has allowed this company to grow from a specialty yoga …
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All AudiencesJanuary 14, 2020 | Investment Themes
This year certainly won’t be boring. With trade disputes, upcoming elections, and geopolitical turmoil, investors are heading into the new decade on their toes. Our 2020 Outlook: Cutting Through the Noise tackles these key issues and more, as well as what investors should expect over the next …
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All AudiencesJanuary 10, 2020 | Financial Planning
The end of the decade brings some uncertainty for the conscientious investor. The news cycle has been chaotic, and it’s difficult to understand what’s relevant to today’s financial markets. But none of this means disaster for the economy. In our 2020 Outlook webinar, …
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All AudiencesJanuary 02, 2020 | Market Commentary
Looking Back on the 2010s US stocks rose several more percentage points in December, completing what grew to be a historically strong year. After a tumultuous end to 2018, stocks started the year by shaking off a multitude of worries including the trade war, monetary policy, and the government …
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All AudiencesDecember 09, 2019 | Investment Themes
We are drawing to the close of a prolific decade for the financial markets. Hot off the heels of the largest global recession in 80 years, investors who stayed the course have been rewarded. Still, many remain scarred from the financial crisis. Add in the long list of today’s uncertainties, …
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All AudiencesDecember 02, 2019 | Market Commentary
Setting New Highs The US stock market soared to another round of all-time highs last month, adding further gains onto what has become a very strong year. Promising data on the state of the US economy drove the upward momentum, as well as renewed optimism that the US-China trade tensions may …
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All AudiencesNovember 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 AudiencesNovember 04, 2019 | Market Commentary
Uncertainty Can't Stop Stocks The US stock market hit a new all-time high in October, propelled by better than expected earnings results, stronger than expected US GDP growth, another interest rate reduction by the Federal Reserve, and positive reports on US-China trade negotiations. Despite …
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All AudiencesOctober 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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All AudiencesApril 10, 2019 | Investment Themes
In our third edition of Foundations we take a closer look at a variety of topics impacting union members.
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