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    How Does the Unionization Trend Impact Your Investments

    Wed, Aug 3, 2022

    How Does the Unionization Trend Impact Your Investments?

    Apple. Trader Joes. Starbucks. Amazon. BuzzFeed. The Democratic National Committee. What do these organizations have in common? Some of their workers recently voted to unionize. As this may be a reversal of a trend, investors want to know: How do unions affect profitability and stock returns?

    Is Globalization Dead? (And Why Investors Should Care)

    Wed, Jul 13, 2022

    Is Globalization Dead? (And Why Investors Should Care)

    With global trade on the decline and supply chains in turmoil, here’s what investors should know about the shifting state of globalization.

    What Does Inflation Mean for Your Wealth?

    Mon, Jun 6, 2022

    What Does Inflation Mean for Your Wealth?

    Rising prices hurt most individuals in the short term. But what could they mean for your long-term wealth and should you change the way you invest?

    Tue, Apr 12, 2022

    Want to Hedge Inflation?

    Worried about inflation and wondering if you should put your money in Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) or gold? You’re not alone.

    Earnings Tend To Do Well After Rate Hikes, Even During High Inflationary Periods

    Wed, Mar 30, 2022

    Earnings Tend To Do Well After Rate Hikes, Even During High Inflationary Periods

    How could this first-rate hike impact companies’ earnings? One year after hikes, earnings grew.

    In Active v. Passive, the Economy May Deliver the Knockout Punch

    Wed, Feb 23, 2022

    In Active vs. Passive, the Economy May Deliver the Knockout Punch

    Evidence suggests the performance of active vs. passive managers can be influenced heavily by the economy and the markets. Is your portfolio ready for a market shift?

    6 Sources of Retirement Income

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    6 Sources of Retirement Income

    Many retirement planning guides focus on finances, but we believe a satisfying retirement goes beyond how much money you have saved. It’s also about how you intend to use your savings.