Economic & Market Update Does the U.S. Equity Market Suffer From “Bad Breadth”? One of the most talked about themes in the U.S. equity markets in 2023 has been market concentration. Simply put, the strong performance of the S&P 500 Index has been dominated by a small number of mega-cap technology stocks…
Economic & Market Update Reshoring for Resilience: Building Strength, Stability, and Prosperity in a Multipolar World In an increasingly multipolar world, reshoring has emerged as a vital strategy for businesses seeking to fortify their operations against disruptions and capitalize on localized opportunities. Through reshoring, companies can build resilience, stability, and prosperity by bringing production back to domestic or regional markets. This white paper explores the transformative potential of reshoring, uncovering strategies for success in an interconnected global landscape.
Financial Planning Cash is Back: Exploring Alternatives to Traditional Bank Accounts With the recent rise in short-term interest rates, cash has re-emerged as a viable asset class for portfolio construction. In March, 3 Month Treasury Bills reached a yield as high as 5%, further turning cash from a zero-yielding liquidity management tool to an attractive asset class of its own. Bank checking and savings accounts have […]
Investing 5 Things to Do in a Down Market Volatile markets can shake the confidence of even the most committed long-term investors. Starting with a comprehensive financial plan, understanding just how much risk you need to take with your portfolio to accomplish your long-term goals and objectives is the first step. While we certainly can’t prevent or even anticipate when down markets might happen, […]
Cross-Border Planning Guide to Financial Planning for Non-U.S. Citizens Living in the United States Those living (or soon to be living) in the United States on a green card or U.S employment visa face many financial, tax and legal issues that average American citizens do not. Unfamiliarity with the U.S. tax and legal environment often leads to poor long-term financial planning decisions and costly mistakes. To make cross-border financial […]
Estate Planning 2024 Gift, Estate, and GST Tax ChangesPartner Paul Chmielewski highlights the gift, estate and GST tax changes for 2024.
Investing 5 Things to Do in a Down MarketVolatile markets can shake the confidence of even the most committed long-term investors. Starting with a comprehensive financial plan, understanding just how much risk you…
Charitable Giving A Guide to Charitable Gifting OptionsDiscover the power of purposeful giving with our guide on current charitable gifting options. Explore Private Foundations, Charitable Remainder Trusts, and Donor Advised Funds to…