Health care costs resume their rise after a COVID-related pause COVID-19 brought a reprieve on the amounts spent on health care. But it’s worth taking the time to examine what brought that slowdown and why it’s only temporary. Client outcomes August 8, 2022 habitshealth careinflationLong-term care
Does the national debt affect economic growth? High debt levels at a time of rising interest rates should give investors cause for concern. Capital Market Impact July 20, 2022 investing strategiesmarket commentary
Clients rethink Social Security plans amid uncertain environment View insights from our 2022 Social Security survey and resources to help build your client relationships. Client outcomes July 20, 2022 client relationshipspractice managementretirement planningSocial Security
COVID magnified the need to improve access to mental health care. The COVID-19 pandemic didn’t have an impact only on people’s physical health; it also created a mental health crisis. Practice Management July 15, 2022 client relationshipshealth careLong-term caremental health
Is the strong jobs market too hot to handle? The Fed believes surging employment is helping to fuel inflation. Capital Market Impact June 22, 2022 economic growthinflationjobslabor market
Why investors shouldn’t turn away from international markets With geopolitical risks elevated, many clients may be hesitant about investing outside of the U.S. Mark Hackett, Nationwide’s Chief of Investment Research, discusses why investors should still consider allocating to international markets. Capital Market Impact May 12, 2022 investing strategiesmarket commentary
Helping Recent Retirees During the Great Resignation The Great Resignation could also be described as The Great Retirement Client outcomes May 11, 2022 client relationshipsgreat resignationincome planningretirement planning
Help close the wealth gap by building trust across generations of Black families Financial professionals can help Black Americans build wealth for themselves, but also for younger Black generations. Business Growth April 20, 2022 client relationshipsdiverse markets
Cost pressures beginning to impact consumer behavior Equity markets fell for the second straight week, with an increasing number of investors viewing the recent market recovery as a “bear market rally” Capital Market Impact April 18, 2022 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
8 financial spring cleaning tips to help set your clients up for success Help your clients get organized and reevaluate their priorities. Client outcomes April 6, 2022 client relationshipsincome planninginvesting strategiesretirement planning