Companies’ Growing Focus on ESG Issues Is Shaping Our Future
From innovative, water-saving products to energy-efficient buildings, a focus on sustainability is creating ripples of change across industries worldwide.
Technology & Innovation
The Economic Impact of President Biden's First 100 Days in Office
"The U.S. economy grew 6.4% during the first quarter – the greatest initial quarter growth for a president since Ronald Reagan," says Chief Investment Officer Larry Adam.
Markets & Investing
Should We Be Concerned About the Federal Budget Deficit?
Ideally, U.S. debt should grow no faster than nominal GDP – but pursuing that objective too soon could slow the current economic recovery, says Chief Economist Scott Brown.
Economy & Policy
The Ripple Effect of Interest Rates [VIDEO]
Even small changes in interest rates can have a major impact on the economy and your financial plan.
Economy & Policy
S&P 500 Crosses 4,000 for the First Time in History
4/9/2021
It took the index 23 years to grow from 1,000 to 4,000 – but it may only take a decade to reach 10,000 from here, says Chief Investment Officer Larry Adam.
Markets & Investing
Why Running a Deficit Isn’t a Surefire Recipe for Inflation
3/29/2021
“There’s really no relationship at all between federal budget deficits and inflation,” explains Chief Economist Scott Brown. “The key driver of inflation is inflation expectations.”
Economy & Policy
Does Inflation Threaten This Bull Market? [VIDEO]
3/9/2021
“The short answer is no,” says CIO Larry Adam – as long as the move is gradual. “When core inflation has been between 1% and 4%, the S&P 500 has actually been able to notch above-average performance.”
Markets & Investing
Healthcare Policy Analyst Weighs in on Vaccine Progress
2/10/2021
“By the end of March, we’re likely going to have more than 200 million doses of the vaccines available,” explains Healthcare Policy Analyst Chris Meekins.
Economy & Policy
What Do COVID-19 Variants Mean for Vaccine Efficacy?
2/4/2021
“We know that the vaccines still have some efficacy against the South Africa strain,” says Healthcare Policy Analyst Chris Meekins – but not as much as they do against the U.S. strain.
Technology & Innovation
Ready to Make an Impact With Sustainable Investing?
12/28/2020
Today’s investors are crafting portfolios that focus on both ESG criteria and long-term performance.
Markets & Investing
Coronavirus Concerns Cause Changes to CIO Larry Adam’s 2020 Outlook
3/2/2020
While CIO Larry Adam does not believe we are going into a recession, the coronavirus is impacting his annual outlook on interest rates, earnings growth and the equity market.
Markets & Investing
