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In our last blog, we broke down what AI is, its significant impact on markets today, and how it’s evolving. We also emphasized the importance of cutting through short-term hype and focusing instead on long-term, value-driven investment opportunities. In this follow-up, we’re taking a closer look at the industries and sectors that could benefit most from AI, both directly and indirectly. We’ll also explore how AI trends are manifesting in both the public and private markets and what it means for

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept. It is a powerful technology actively reshaping the global economy. By taking on both repetitive tasks and advanced analytical work, AI is helping companies improve efficiency and gain a competitive edge. It’s essential for investors to stay well-informed about AI and the impact it can have on markets, the economy, and their investment strategies. This is the first of a three-part series on AI’s growing role in markets and the econo

Writing a quarterly letter in the wake of a tariff announcement feels like an exercise in April foolishness. Markets are moving fast, and no doubt they’ll shift again before this reaches your inbox. A quick disclaimer—we’re not here for political hot takes; there's plenty of that elsewhere. Most questions now concern policy, tariffs, the U.S. dollar (‘USD’), and the market impact. We will touch on those and related topics below, but first a quick recap. U.S. equity markets surged post-election

The 60/40 portfolio – a mix of 60% U.S. Large Cap Stocks and 40% U.S. IT Government Bonds – has long been regarded as a simple and effective investment strategy. The allocation values balance, leveraging equities for capital appreciation and bonds for income and stability. This allocation has historically provided solid risk-adjusted returns while minimizing the impact of market volatility. However, shifting market dynamics have tested its resilience, raising headlines about how well it still h

This time last year we were asked to weigh in on how we thought typical stock/bond portfolios would perform; we answered, “mid to high single digits.” Most portfolios returned greater than that in 2024, led by equity performance. Our Capital Market Assumptions (CMAs) for equities as of the beginning of 2024 were generally mid-single digits for U.S. equities and mid/high single digits for international stocks. U.S. stocks significantly bested their CMAs while international equities were in line