Investment Strategies
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El-Erian: Diverging Fed and ECB Policy Could Ratchet Up Tension
By Emily ZulzEl-Erian narrows in on three major international repercussions that should be monitored over the coming months.
November 30, 2015
Can You Plan for a Black Swan?Extreme events can have a deep impact on investment portfolios, writes Michael Finke; assessing their risks poses a formidable challenge.
November 30, 2015
Investing in Africa: Not Just Natural Resources AnymoreLike in Latin America 30 years ago, the rise of a middle class and the growth of the consumer economy provides opportunities.
November 30, 2015
The Next Financial Crisis: When Will We Get Burned?Are we stoking an out-of-control fire? Asks Alexei Bayer.
November 30, 2015
Experts: ‘Post-DOL World’ Is ComingThe FSI left attendees of the Financial Advisor Summit with a sober reminder of what lies ahead: a final version of DOL's new fiduciary rule is expected in early 2016.
November 30, 2015
Annuity Wars Highlight Rift Between FactionsAre annuities just a trap set for uninformed investors or valuable retirement tool? It depends on who you ask: Ken Fisher or Moshe Milevsky.
November 30, 2015
Why Critical Thinking Is in Short SupplyAn illusion of causality can trip up even trained pros, Bob Seawright says.
November 30, 2015
Messy Realities of Life and InvestingNothing explains everything, and no tool is perfect.