Spark | 1Q2024
In this issue: Explore most read insights from across the firm, including perspective on the 2023 debt market and why a comprehensive, customized financial plan matters.
Insights 360
Review this quarter’s most read perspectives from across Mesirow, including the compelling case for small cap high yield, the debt market year in review, sector perspectives on commercial aviation and estate planning strategies.
2023 Debt Market Year in Review
2023 certainly didn’t get off to the strongest start, but a 4Q surge left market participants salvaging what otherwise could have been a painful year. Lenders almost universally remain cautiously optimistic for activity to pick up in 2024.
Make dreams a reality with a financial plan
Learn more about why you need a financial plan and how you can start to build one from Mesirow Wealth Management.
Joe Hoffman, CEO of Mesirow Currency Management, appointed Chair of FXPA
The Foreign Exchange Professionals Association (FXPA) represents the collective interests of professional foreign exchange market participants around the world. With more than 25 years of experience in the foreign exchange industry, Joe Hoffman brings a wealth of expertise and deep-rooted relationships to this new industry role.
Mesirow named to Crain’s 2024 list of Chicago’s Largest Money Managers
Mesirow is proud to once again be named to Crain’s Chicago Business 2024 Largest Money Managers List. We are one of a select group of managers who serve every category of client on the Crain’s list, from foundations and endowments to corporate and high net worth, through our customized global alternative and traditional investment strategies.
Earned media highlights
Fin | News | January 17, 2024 (requires subscription)
Mesirow adds to distribution team
ConnectCRE | January 22, 2024
Financial Firm Mesirow extends River North HQ lease
Packaging Insights | January 26, 2024
Beyond the Headlines: ProAmpac markets moisture-absorbing tech, Starlinger equips Turkish recycler with PET processing machinery
Label & Narrow News | January 29, 2024
Mesirow advises Bellwyck Packaging on sale to Max Solutions
PostTrade 360 | February 6, 2024
Deep look: Faster settlement creates currency conundrum
Finance Feeds | February 27, 2024
FXPA elects Joe Hoffman as new Chair in its 10th anniversary
Mergers & Acquisitions | February 29, 2024
Mesirow Investment Banking names Co-Heads
Commercial Mortgage Alert | March 1, 2024 (requires subscription)
Mesirow eyes role in CMBS Trading
Reuters | March 4, 2024
Managers explore dollar shift to handle faster US stock settlement
Dallas Innovates | March 4, 2024
Dallas’ Valesco Industries acquires 90-year-old Wisconsin Scrap & Waste Handling Company
Pensions & Investments | March 5, 2024
Top Performing Managers of Domestic High-Yield Fixed Income, 4th Quarter 2023
WealthManagement.com | March 6, 2024
Mesirow names Brian Price to lead Mesirow Wealth Management
Cincinnati Business Courier | March 18, 2024 (requires subscription)
ProAmpac, one of region’s largest private companies, acquires North American firm
Citywire Elite Companies | March 22, 2024
Five ways top managers are raking huge profits from the Internet of Things
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