Understanding credit spreads—the canary in the financial coal mine Credit spreads can be a reliable indicator to help investors assess risk sentiment in the financial markets. Capital Market Impact August 14, 2024 interest ratesinvesting strategiesmarket commentaryvolatility
2024 Midyear Outlook: Solid growth prompts cautious optimism Stocks were strong but quiet in the first half of 2024 as economic activity remained more resilient than most believed. Capital Market Impact July 3, 2024 economic growthinterest ratesmarket commentarystock market
A case for variable annuities with guaranteed lifetime withdrawal benefits Learn how variable annuities with income protections could better serve your clients for retirement than an investments-only approach without protections. Client outcomes May 29, 2024 income planninginvesting strategiesretirement incomeretirement planning
Showdown this earnings season for the Magnificent 7 The biggest challenge to the dominance of the Magnificent 7 may come as investors turn their focus to earnings. Capital Market Impact April 24, 2024 earningsinvesting strategiesmarket commentaryretirement planning
Unconscious bias: Acknowledging, owning, and overcoming our biases Learning about our biases is the first step toward overcoming them. Practice Management February 17, 2023 client relationshipspractice management
Maximize retirement savings by utilizing Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) Read these key considerations for implementing NUA strategies in you clients’ retirement plans Client outcomes August 23, 2024
Cycle Watch | Cooler economic growth ahead The economy begins the final descent toward a soft landing, but will the slowdown go too far? Capital Market Impact August 7, 2024 economic growtheconomic trendsinflationinterest rates
Opportunities for small caps in a changing economic climate Small caps may offer your long-term investor clients some potential opportunities for growth. Beyond Investing June 25, 2024 investing strategiesmarket commentarystock market
How long can consumers continue to support economic growth? Recent economic reports may lead investors to question the prevailing narrative of the resilient U.S. consumer. Capital Market Impact June 12, 2024 consumer spendingeconomic growthinterest ratesinvesting strategies
5 common myths about securities-backed lending Your clients could still be in the dark about how securities-backed lending works. These top 5 myths can help you address common misconceptions. Client outcomes May 30, 2024 client relationshipsincome planninginvesting strategiesretirement planning
