Investment

Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.

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The Rule of 72

The Rule of 72

Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.

Geopolitical Uncertainty Expected to Continue

Geopolitical Uncertainty Expected to Continue

The events in the Middle East fit the larger theme of geopolitical uncertainty that we are seeing across the world stage.

The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing

The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing

It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.

How Much Should You Be Worried About Inflation?

Baird's John Taft and Mike Antonelli offer their perspectives on the future of your assets during a time of inflation.

In the Markets Now: The Selloff

Ross takes a closer look at the market’s recent volatility and finds that the fundamentals tell a different story.

Wealth Management Mailbag: Fall 2022

Why is inflation so hard to tamp down, and how does raising rates help?

Don’t Be Your Own Worst Enemy

Emotional biases can adversely impact financial decision making. Here’s a few to be mindful of.

Building Wealth in College

Start building your money and investment management skills in college with these practices.

ESG Under the Microscope

Baird’s John Taft and Chris Merker on how ESG is evolving and what investors should watch for.

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Where Is the Market Headed?

We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"

Bursting the Bubble

Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?

Finding the Balance

The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.

Bridging the Confidence Gap

In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.

Should I Invest in Gold?

Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.

Are Alternative Investments Right for You?

With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.

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