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Factors, Sectors, Countries: Opportunities in Emerging Markets
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As we entered 2022, many emerging markets were already hurting. Let's take a deeper dive into how we're looking at emerging markets in light of higher commodity prices, rising rates, and the war in Ukraine.
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THE ARITHMETIC OF ASYMMETRY
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Anyone who has played a casual game of darts, say, at a bar or in the basement, knows an overarching rule of the game: it gets harder as it progresses. While rule systems vary, most games start with a wide-open board full of possibilities. But then, by the end, you’re aiming for the Double 18 and only the Double 18 to win. In short, it’s a game of precision that seems easy at first but becomes very, very hard by the end.
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The Bid Podcast
The Bid breaks down what's happening in the markets and explores the forces that are changing investing.
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State of the RIA Market: Special Focus on the Investor/Advisor Relationship and Advisor Technology Stack
As a valued Envestnet Institute user, we are delighted to share with you our latest report on the State of the RIA Market.
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Strategas Insight: Handicapping the Outlook for US-Sino Trade Negotiations
Market pundits have doubted this bull market every step of the way. Each pullback put into evidence that the cycle had reached its endgame; each recovery off the lows furthered the disequilibrium caused by monetary malfeasance. And yet, not more than two weeks ago the market stood as high as it ever has.
Retirement
5 questions about securities lending in DC
Today, with new regulations and greater transparency since the financial crisis, securities lending activity has reached its highest level in a decade with more than $19 trillion in assets available for lending globally.
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Strategas Insight: Give a little, get a little
Read the full commentary for insight on earnings, data, macro, and other key factors affecting the US economy in the near term.
Retirement
Retirement saving: Save more or take more risk?
Defined contribution plan sponsors need to help their participants manage two significant challenges: building an appropriate asset allocation and ensuring sufficient savings.