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Cerity Partners Insights

Timely investment outlooks, best practices, and actionable planning strategies to inform and guide your decision making.

Individuals and Families

Financial Planning Opportunities in a Down Market

April 24, 2025 - In times of economic uncertainty, discussing options with your financial advisor is important. Explore planning opportunities from Cerity Partners.

Joseph Matus

Principal

Economic and Market Outlooks

What’s on Our Minds This Week?

April 21, 2025 - Despite a rare simultaneous sell-off in U.S. Treasuries, U.S. stocks, and the U.S. dollar that is raising fears of capital flight from dollar-denominated assets toward…

Joseph Matus, Principal

Ben Pace and Joseph Matus

Economic and Market Outlooks

First Quarter 2025 Review and Outlook

April 7, 2025 - In the first quarter of 2025, global markets were marked by uncertainty due to President Trump’s protectionist tariffs, which led to a significant correction in…

Ben Pace and Joseph Matus

James Lebenthal

Partner & Chief Equity Strategist

Economic and Market Outlooks

Is It Time to Panic? (Spoiler Alert: No, It Is Not)

April 3, 2025 - Tariffs and policy uncertainty have spooked investors, but good outcomes for the markets and economy are more probable than you might think.

James Lebenthal, Partner & Chief Equity Strategist

James Lebenthal

Partner & Chief Equity Strategist

Economic and Market Outlooks

April 2025 Economic & Market Outlook

April 2, 2025 - Are we headed for a recession or might the economy continue to grow? In this video, Chief Equity Strategist Jim Lebenthal examines recent market volatility,…

James Lebenthal, Partner & Chief Equity Strategist

Andrejs Pilajevs

Principal

Cross-Border Planning

A Personal Finance Guide for U.S. Expats Living in Germany

March 26, 2025 - Living in Germany as a U.S. citizen comes with unique financial challenges. This guide covers key topics, including cross-border planning, investment strategies, retirement accounts, and…

Andrejs Pilajevs, Principal

Paul Chmielewski

Partner

Estate Planning

Estate Planning During Times of Market Volatility

March 25, 2025 - Market volatility isn’t just a challenge—it’s an opportunity. From gifting strategies and GRATs to Roth conversions and tax-loss harvesting, downturns can create unique financial planning…

Paul Chmielewski, Partner

Kim Curtis

Partner

Individuals and Families

From Courts to Cash: How Women Athletes and Women’s Sports Are Changing the Game 

March 20, 2025 - Women’s sports are experiencing unprecedented growth, fueled by rising viewership, increased sponsorships, and expanding financial opportunities for athletes. This article explores the economic shift underway…

Kim Curtis, Partner

Ben Pace

Partner & Chief Investment Officer

Individuals and Families

How Do Tariffs Impact the Economy? 

March 18, 2025 - Could tariffs trigger a global trade war or tilt us into a recession? In this Insight, we explore the investment implications of recent tariffs and…

Ben Pace, Partner & Chief Investment Officer
Economic and Market Outlooks

On Recent Market Volatility: Recession, Tariffs, and DOGE: Where Is the U.S. Headed?

March 14, 2025 - You're not alone if you’re concerned about the economy and your finances. News site headlines and chyrons scrolling across cable TV channels probably aren’t helping,…

Paul Chmielewski

Partner

Estate Planning

What Is “One Big, Beautiful Bill” and What Does It Have to Do With Estate Planning?

March 12, 2025 - The potential expiration of 2017 tax cuts has created uncertainty around estate tax planning. Our latest Insight explores how the proposed “one big, beautiful bill”…

Paul Chmielewski, Partner

James Lebenthal

Partner & Chief Equity Strategist

Economic and Market Outlooks

On Recent Market Volatility: It’s a Supertanker, Not a Jet-Ski

March 4, 2025 - Recent market volatility has raised fears of an economic slowdown, but history suggests that the U.S. economy is more like a supertanker than a jet…

James Lebenthal, Partner & Chief Equity Strategist

Nicholas N. Petrelli

Partner

Individuals and Families

5 Financial Essentials When Leaving Your Job

February 27, 2025 - A job transition—whether planned or unexpected—can have a significant impact on your financial future. This checklist outlines five key areas to review, from income and…

Nicholas N. Petrelli, Partner

Thomas Decker

Senior Principal

Individuals and Families

3 Steps to Take You from “High Income” to “High Net Worth”

February 25, 2025 - Earning a high salary is only the first step toward lasting financial success. This article provides three essential strategies—financial organization, smart investing, and tax optimization—to…

Thomas Decker, Senior Principal

Joseph J. Janiczek

Partner & Practice Leader

Individuals and Families

Advice for the Anxious: Four Tips to Keep Your Finances Safe

February 24, 2025 - With economic shifts and geopolitical uncertainty, it’s natural to feel anxious about your finances. This article outlines four key strategies—seeking professional guidance, understanding market trends,…

Joseph J. Janiczek, Partner & Practice Leader