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Election 2020: How Might the Markets Vote?

In advance of Election Day, political noise will reach a fever pitch, but markets are signaling that a slow US recovery is poised to continue.

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Institutional Investment Trends During the COVID Market

Six institutional asset allocation and investment trends derived from data analyzed by Natixis Portfolio Clarity® consultants.

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Finding Value Opportunities in the Pandemic Economy

David Herro of Harris Associates discusses how the economic repercussions of Covid-19 are creating long-term growth prospects for value investors.

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Opportunities in the Emerging Recovery Opportunities in the Emerging Recovery

Emerging market economies stand to benefit from a growth recovery led by the manufacturing sector.

Rising to the Challenges of Retirement
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Rising to the Challenges of Retirement

Economics of COVID-19, climate change, income inequality, and other risks weighing on retirement systems are explored by retirement and global market specialists.

COVID-19 Dashboard: Actively Managing a Dynamic Risk Landscape COVID-19 Dashboard: Actively Managing a Dynamic Risk Landscape

Improved treatments, behavioral changes, fiscal aid, and consumer savings have helped sustain the COVID-19 recovery – but challenges remain.

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Asset Allocation Trends During the COVID Market
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Asset Allocation Trends During the COVID Market

Six asset allocation trends derived from in-depth analysis of investment portfolios by Natixis Portfolio Clarity® consultants.

The Economy Is Not the Stock Market – by the Numbers The Economy Is Not the Stock Market – by the Numbers

Five key reasons that help explain why the US economy and the US stock market often do not move in tandem.

Equity Diversification for the Next Selloff
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Equity Diversification for the Next Selloff

With their yields near all-time lows, Treasuries may no longer provide reliable diversification for equities in the next crisis. What else might work?

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2020 Global Retirement Index 2020 Global Retirement Index

The 2020 Global Retirement Index identifies five critical risks to retirement security – recession, interest rates, public debt, climate change, and income inequality – and what they mean for the industry.

Times Like These: Financial Professionals Chart a Course From a Pandemic Market to Profitable Growth Times Like These: Financial Professionals Chart a Course From a Pandemic Market to Profitable Growth

Results from the 2020 Global Survey of Financial Professionals reveal optimistic growth goals and the opportunity for professionals to recalibrate strategy and rethink business models.

The Future of Work: Insights for HR Benefits Professionals
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The Future of Work: Insights for HR Benefits Professionals

Phil Jordan of BW Research discusses the benefits and policies most likely to help attract and retain top talent in today’s evolving US workforce.

  • June 25, 2020

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Plan Sponsor Views: DOL Proposal on ESG in Retirement Plans
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Plan Sponsor Views: DOL Proposal on ESG in Retirement Plans

A retirement plan specialist and the president of an international high school offer their perspectives on the DOL’s proposed ruling on ESG investing.

  • October 12, 2020
ESG Investing Gains Ground during Covid-19 Times ESG Investing Gains Ground during Covid-19 Times

Why ESG-related investments attracted inflows during the coronavirus crisis is discussed in this interview with Jens Peers, CEO & CIO of Mirova US.

The Evolution of Target Date Funds in Retirement Plans The Evolution of Target Date Funds in Retirement Plans

Portfolio manager Christopher Sharpe reviews trends in target date investing, with a focus on hybrid funds that combine active and passive strategies.

  • September 15, 2020

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