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US debt is headed to unimaginable levels

Since 1990, debt crises have erupted periodically, but the next one may not be so easy to dismiss. Is the financial reckoning coming?

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Five key financial planning ideas for young families

Financial planning is a crucial aspect of family life. From managing day-to-day expenses to preparing for major life events, families must navigate a complex landscape of financial decisions.

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Mesirow Currency Management | 1Q2024 Commentary

Currency market activity and commentary on Mesirow’s currency for return strategies

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Strategic Fixed Income | 1Q2024 Commentary

Market review and outlook for investment grade fixed income strategies.

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Can a US rapid payment system take off?

The benefits of rapid payments (financial inclusion, connectivity, shelter from economic sanctions) have many nations interested in establishing a rapid payments system. Can the US replicate the success of other nations?

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Hope for a new gold standard?

Bretton Woods to the Nixon Shock: Gold played a pivotal role in the post-WWII international monetary system.

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The gold standard

After the Great War, the world attempted to relive gold’s glory years. It didn't work.

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T+1 and foreign investors: Is an FX Specialist Necessary?

US securities markets have moved from a settlement period of two days after trading (T+2) to one day (T+1). This change also affects the FX settlement process. What should foreign investors do?

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The impact of changing interest rates on estate planning strategies

While inflation has since trended downward, the Fed has kept the Federal Funds Rate elevated.

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The US hedging advantage

Potential to increase return while reducing risk by hedging currencies

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Gold gets a good start

How did it all begin, and should we reconsider gold as the basis for an international monetary system?

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Markets & Investing

Investing in the growth of AI

Our latest white paper on finding value in the overheated AI market

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US debt is headed to unimaginable levels

Since 1990, debt crises have erupted periodically, but the next one may not be so easy to dismiss. Is the financial reckoning coming?

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Mesirow Currency Management | 1Q2024 Commentary

Currency market activity and commentary on Mesirow’s currency for return strategies

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Strategic Fixed Income | 1Q2024 Commentary

Market review and outlook for investment grade fixed income strategies.

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Can a US rapid payment system take off?

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Hope for a new gold standard?

Bretton Woods to the Nixon Shock: Gold played a pivotal role in the post-WWII international monetary system.

Read article

The gold standard

After the Great War, the world attempted to relive gold’s glory years. It didn't work.

Read article

T+1 and foreign investors: Is an FX Specialist Necessary?

US securities markets have moved from a settlement period of two days after trading (T+2) to one day (T+1). This change also affects the FX settlement process. What should foreign investors do?

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The US hedging advantage

Potential to increase return while reducing risk by hedging currencies

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Gold gets a good start

How did it all begin, and should we reconsider gold as the basis for an international monetary system?

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The resilience of the economy throughout 2023

Leo Harmon discusses the economy since the start of Mesirow Monday two years ago, investing, rate cuts and what we can expect in the next couple of months.

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Hidden gems: The compelling case for small cap high yield

Compelling reasons to invest in this often ignored part of the market

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Sectors

2023 Debt Market Year in Review

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2023 Year-End Sector Report: Aerospace & Defense

Expert analysis of Aerospace & Defense M&A activity in 2023

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Industrial automation and nearshoring

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2023 Year-End Sector Report: Specialty Distribution

Expert analysis of Specialty Distribution M&A activity in 2023

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Industrial Technology Market Update

An update on the test & measurement and industrial automation sector growth predictions.

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Commercial Aviation

What does the surging demand for air travel mean for aerospace manufacturers? Our experts share their insights.

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2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Packaging Perspectives

In this issue, our packaging industry experts examine the macro-trends impacting the industry and provide a spotlight on the pharmaceutical packaging sector.

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Food, Beverage & Agribusiness Sector Spotlight: Candy, Nuts & Snacks

In this special report, our experts share their perspectives on the candy, nuts & snacks space, including an analysis of current trends in consumer behavior, ingredients and technologies and their impact on market performance.

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2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Specialty Distribution

Expert analysis of M&A activity in specialty distribution and a look at current distribution & supply chain trends and technologies

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2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Aerospace & Defense

A look at the current A&D trends, including commercial aviation, AI and space exploration, driving M&A activity.

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Packaging Perspectives 1Q2023 Market Update

An expert update on the current state of M&A activity in the paper, plastics & packaging industry

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Specialty Distribution 1Q2023 Market Update

A look at why M&A activity remains strong in the distribution and supply chain sector.

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Wealth

Mesirow Wealth Management's Sophia Yudkowsky on WGN 720 | June 2024

Hear Sophia’s interview from June 3, 2024, where she discussed five essential financial planning topics for young families.

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Five key financial planning ideas for young families

Financial planning is a crucial aspect of family life. From managing day-to-day expenses to preparing for major life events, families must navigate a complex landscape of financial decisions.

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How to strategize tax diversification

Within personal finance, diversification is most often understood as the practice of spreading investments across various asset classes in order to mitigate overall portfolio risk. However, there is another important form of diversification that often get

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Mesirow Wealth Management's Jennifer Gartenberg on WGN 720 | May 2024

Hear Jennifer’s interview from May 6, 2024, where she discussed funding college with a focus on 529 plans.

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1Q 2024 Market Summary

Equity markets continued to rally during the first quarter, buoyed by enthusiasm for artificial intelligence and increased confidence that the US economy would avoid a severe recession.

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Mesirow Wealth Management’s Tiffany Irving on WGN 720 | March 2024

Hear Tiffany’s interview from March 4, 2024, where she discussed estate planning basics: how to get started and the importance of keeping your plan up to date.

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Why you need a financial plan

Why you need a plan

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Connections | March 2024

Managing your personal wealth isn’t just about the dollars and cents. It’s about connecting with what matters to you.

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A beginner’s guide to 529 plans

A beginner's guide

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Mesirow Wealth Management's Gregg Lunceford, Ph.D, CFP® on WGN 720

Hear Gregg’s interview from January 8, 2024. Gregg discussed, how to plan strategically in order to fulfill your financial New Year’s resolutions..

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Mesirow Wealth Management's Tiffany Irving CFP® CEPA® on WGN 720

Hear Tiffany’s interview from December 4, 2023, where she discussed her year-end financial planning checklist and tips on how to jumpstart 2024 financial plans.

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Three tips to plan for the 2026 “sunset” of the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act

Although 2026 is still more than two years away, there are a few strategies that you can use now to take advantage of the current rules before they lapse.

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Timely, concise insights from across Mesirow

Investing in the growth of AI

US debt is headed to unimaginable levels

Five key financial planning ideas for young families

Mesirow Currency Management | 1Q2024 Commentary

Strategic Fixed Income | 1Q2024 Commentary

Can a US rapid payment system take off?

Hope for a new gold standard?

The gold standard

T+1 and foreign investors: Is an FX Specialist Necessary?

The impact of changing interest rates on estate planning strategies

The US hedging advantage

Gold gets a good start

Investing in the growth of AI

US debt is headed to unimaginable levels

Mesirow Currency Management | 1Q2024 Commentary

Strategic Fixed Income | 1Q2024 Commentary

Can a US rapid payment system take off?

Hope for a new gold standard?

The gold standard

T+1 and foreign investors: Is an FX Specialist Necessary?

The US hedging advantage

Gold gets a good start

The resilience of the economy throughout 2023

Hidden gems: The compelling case for small cap high yield

2023 Debt Market Year in Review

2023 Year-End Sector Report: Aerospace & Defense

Industrial automation and nearshoring

2023 Year-End Sector Report: Specialty Distribution

Industrial Technology Market Update

Commercial Aviation

2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Packaging Perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness Sector Spotlight: Candy, Nuts & Snacks

2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Specialty Distribution

2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Aerospace & Defense

Packaging Perspectives 1Q2023 Market Update

Specialty Distribution 1Q2023 Market Update

Mesirow Wealth Management's Sophia Yudkowsky on WGN 720 | June 2024

Five key financial planning ideas for young families

How to strategize tax diversification

Mesirow Wealth Management's Jennifer Gartenberg on WGN 720 | May 2024

1Q 2024 Market Summary

Mesirow Wealth Management’s Tiffany Irving on WGN 720 | March 2024

Why you need a financial plan

Connections | March 2024

A beginner’s guide to 529 plans

Mesirow Wealth Management's Gregg Lunceford, Ph.D, CFP® on WGN 720

Mesirow Wealth Management's Tiffany Irving CFP® CEPA® on WGN 720

Three tips to plan for the 2026 “sunset” of the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act

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