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Living at home vs. moving out after college: 7 things you should consider

You just entered the real world, now what? Deciding where to live on your own for the first time involves more than just finding a place to sleep, it's a choice that can impact your finances, career opportunities, personal growth and relationships.

January 27, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Buying a home or relocating

Financial planning

ARTICLE

Long-term care is a reality for most. Here's how you can be ready.

Many of us expect to stay healthy and self-sufficient well into our senior years, but planning for the possibility is not only prudent, it can help protect your assets, investments and resources from what can become significant expenses later in life. And for people who have a family history of Alzheimer's or dementia, those concerns are magnified.

January 27, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Caregiving/Health care planning

Estate planning

Financial planning

ARTICLE

Divorce: Financial tips to help you prepare and stay organized

As with any significant life change, a divorce can be an emotional and stressful period and the more organized and prepared you are, the better equipped you will be for this transition in your life.

January 27, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Divorce

Financial planning

Protecting your assets

ARTICLE

Make your money match your priorities: A 2026 playbook for savvy investors

Starting the new year is more than a time for resolutions; it's a powerful moment to align your financial life with what matters most to you and your family.

January 26, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Financial planning

ARTICLE

Caring for others: Will it impact your retirement?

Present generations will have life experiences and responsibilities that are far different and potentially more demanding than others before us and must do more to anticipate them.

January 25, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Aging parents / Caregiving

Retirement planning

Preparing to retire

Multi-generational planning

ARTICLE

Saving for college

Active early planning and some creativity can help position your family to be financially well-prepared to send the next generation off to college.

January 21, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Education planning

Going to college

ARTICLE

4 tips to help keep your New Year's financial resolutions on track

Making a New Year's resolution can be positive if done correctly, as it requires us to reflect and analyze our personal position as well as set goals than can motivate change. However, it is not uncommon for individuals to finish the year unsuccessfully and with regrets.

January 14, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Financial planning

Investing basics

ARTICLE

Deferred Compensation 101: What it is and why you should consider it

How these plans reduce current tax liability and enhance retirement income.

January 13, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Tax-advantaged investing

ARTICLE

Congratulations, you've landed a new job!

On the first day of your new job, you are handed a very large packet of paperwork and asked to choose your employee benefits. Where do you start? The most common categories of employee benefits are health care, life and disability protection, and retirement savings. 

January 13, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Change of employment

Financial planning

ARTICLE

A lifetime of financial planning advice

There have been many times in our nation's history when unforeseen circumstances or economic shifts have created significant change. Although the history books have not yet been written on what we are all going through now, it is probable that for many of us, changing circumstances are impacting both short- and long-term priorities.

January 13, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Financial planning

Buying a home or relocating

Birth of a child | grandchild

ARTICLE

A guide to special needs financial planning

Explore essential aspects of financial planning for individuals with disabilities, including navigating public benefits, legal tools like Special Needs Trusts, investment strategies and insurance planning.

January 13, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Special needs planning

Education planning

ARTICLE

Are I Bonds still a solid investment choice?

While inflation remains relatively high, it is prudent to challenge if I Bonds are still an appropriate savings vehicle going forward.

January 12, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Investing basics

ARTICLE

Financial planning tips for young professionals

Whether you have been in the workforce for the last three years or are a recent graduate, here are some quick financial planning tips to jumpstart your wealth accumulation journey.

January 9, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Financial planning

Investing basics

Retirement planning

ARTICLE

Getting organized is the first step

Just like any well-run business, well-organized individuals and families have a system in place to document and track their finances. Below are four ideas that you can implement to get started on organizing your financial life and taking the first steps towards answering your unique questions.

January 7, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Financial planning

Investing basics

Estate planning

Multi-generational planning

ARTICLE

3 ways to protect yourself from online theft and fraud

With our increased dependency on internet-based online solutions, it is important to keep your information safe and secure.

January 7, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Protecting your assets

Financial planning

Investing basics

ARTICLE

Caregiving: When your empty nest isn't quite so empty

Most of us think of our pre-retirement years as a period of anticipation. Children can now look after themselves. A fulfilling retirement is finally within your grasp. For many people, however, having to take care of an aging relative torpedoes that vision. While becoming a caregiver may be unexpected, there are some advance steps you can take so you won't be caught completely off guard.

January 6, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Aging parents / Caregiving

Caregiving/Health care planning

Multi-generational planning

ARTICLE

Important facts to know that impact your 2026 financial planning

Annual contribution limits, tax rates and payment requirements

January 1, 2026

Wealth insights hub

Financial planning

Retirement planning

Estate planning

RADIO AND PODCASTS

Gregg Lunceford featured on “Maturepreneur” podcast

What does life look like after your career? For many, retirement isn’t just about leaving work—it’s about discovering a new purpose.

July 28, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Retirement planning

Retirement lifestyle

Preparing to retire

Radio / Podcasts

RADIO AND PODCASTS

Gregg Lunceford featured on "Prepare 4 growth" podcast

Gregg discussed what it is like to redefine retirement for the 21st Century and shared how today’s retirees are seeking more than financial stability

June 27, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Retirement planning

Retirement lifestyle

Preparing to retire

Radio / Podcasts

ARTICLE

Leaving your IRA to a Charitable Remainder Unitrust can benefit your heirs and your preferred charity

One solution to consider, when thinking about who to leave your IRA to, is leaving your IRA to a testamentary Charitable Remainder Unitrust (CRUT) for the benefit of your heirs and, ultimately, your preferred charity.

May 29, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Estate planning

Preparing your estate

ARTICLE

Rethinking retirement: Myths that could derail your future plans

Retirement has changed greatly in recent decades and yours may be different from what your parents and grandparents experienced. To prepare for what retirement could be for you, it is important to understand a few retirement myths and what retirement may not be.

May 29, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Preparing to retire

Retirement planning

RADIO AND PODCASTS

Gregg Lunceford featured on "Money and you" podcast

Drawing from his doctoral research and 30+ years of financial services experience, Gregg shares how emotional awareness and personal values are critical in planning a retirement that truly fulfills.

May 25, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Retirement planning

Retirement lifestyle

Preparing to retire

Radio / Podcasts

RADIO AND PODCASTS

Gregg Lunceford featured on “Informed decisions” podcast

This isn’t just a conversation for retirees. It’s for professionals thinking long-term.

May 18, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Retirement planning

Retirement lifestyle

Preparing to retire

Radio / Podcasts

ARTICLE

Timeless lessons from Warren Buffett

Reflections from Omaha: Six core investment principles 

May 14, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Investing basics

ARTICLE

Tariffs and the market impact

President Trump's tariff announcement on April 2, 2025, was much more significant than markets expected, resulting in sharp selloffs across most equity markets.

April 30, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Economic updates

ARTICLE

How to donate with intention: Donor-advised funds versus private foundations

When planning how to donate to charitable causes, it is important to be aware of all of the tax implications. Two strategies often used by individuals and families are donor-advised funds (DAFs) and private foundations; each has unique costs and tax advantages.

March 1, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Charitable giving

Tax-advantaged investing

ARTICLE

How will potential changes in the estate tax impact my planning?

Will there be an adjustment to the current estate tax and if so, what planning strategies may be helpful to think about and potentially implement?

February 27, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Estate planning

ARTICLE

Financial and lifestyle changes — Realities facing younger generations

Lifestyle goals and other accomplishments may take longer as individuals need more time to establish themselves.

February 3, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Financial planning

Birth of a child | grandchild

Buying a home or relocating

Estate planning

ARTICLE

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.

January 30, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Financial planning

Estate planning

Investing basics

ARTICLE

Planning for a loved one with special needs

When families have dependents with special needs, planning for a secure financial future can feel complex and often daunting. Explore strategies and solutions here.

January 29, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Special needs planning

Education planning

Estate planning

ARTICLE

Entrepreneurship as a retirement lifestyle

Retirement used to mean the end of an era, and was solidified by a person’s complete exit from the workplace, not any more. Learn how entrepreneurship can be a retirement lifestyle choice for you.

January 8, 2025

Wealth insights hub

Retirement lifestyle

VIDEO

Common retirement myths: Part 2

Watch the Mesirow Minute video and find resources on retirement.

October 28, 2024

Wealth insights hub

Retirement planning

Retirement lifestyle

Preparing to retire

Videos

Radio / Podcasts

VIDEO

Common retirement myths: Part 1

Watch the Mesirow Minute video and find resources on retirement.

October 28, 2024

Wealth insights hub

Retirement planning

Retirement lifestyle

Preparing to retire

Videos

Radio / Podcasts

VIDEO

Charitable giving strategies

Watch the Mesirow Minute video and find resources about charitable giving

October 28, 2024

Wealth insights hub

Charitable giving

Videos

Radio / Podcasts

VIDEO

Tax efficient investment strategies

Watch the Mesirow Minute video and find resources about tax efficient investing strategies.

October 28, 2024

Wealth insights hub

Tax-advantaged investing

Videos

Radio / Podcasts

ARTICLE

What rising interest rates mean for your fixed income portfolio

Rising interest rates have a significant impact on a fixed income portfolio: as interest rates increase, bond prices typically decrease

December 15, 2023

Wealth insights hub

Economic updates

ARTICLE

Volatile markets create Roth IRA conversion opportunities

As stocks dip this year, some investors are taking advantage of the market volatility by converting their traditional pre-tax IRAs to a Roth IRA.

March 10, 2023

Wealth insights hub

Tax-advantaged investing

ARTICLE

Staying focused on community needs is critical during times like these...

At Mesirow, we find value in connectivity – connecting deeply with our clients, our authentic connections within the communities we serve and the connectivity within our employee base.

December 13, 2020

Wealth insights hub

Charitable giving

ARTICLE

The impact of the new tax law on individuals and families

November 2, 2020

Wealth insights hub

Economic updates

ARTICLE

The Mesirow approach to private assets in defined contribution plans

Explore how Mesirow brings private equity, credit and real estate into DC target date funds to enhance outcomes.

February 1, 2026

Fiduciary Solutions research

Research

ARTICLE

Which asset classes are most beneficial in a portfolio?

This paper explores how diverse asset classes enhance portfolio efficiency and stability through mean variance optimization across varying risk levels.

September 11, 2025

Fiduciary Solutions research

Research

ARTICLE

Stable Value steps into the spotlight

Stable value offers the benefit of principal protection and potential superior risk-adjusted returns relative to cash and fixed-income investments.

September 8, 2025

Fiduciary Solutions research

In the news

ARTICLE

Out with the old and in with the new

This paper explores the impact of using trailing return to predict future performance. The results may not be what many investors expect.

August 22, 2024

Fiduciary Solutions research

Research

ARTICLE

One of these things is not like the others

Mesirow's target date glide path construction differs from the competition.

August 21, 2024

Fiduciary Solutions research

Research

ARTICLE

Target Date Funds

Overview of Target Date Fund glide paths and benchmarks, showing how asset allocations evolve across the lifecycle for QDIA retirement solutions.

April 4, 2023

Fiduciary Solutions research

Research

ARTICLE

Fifty years of broad-based international data

In this paper, we use 50 years of MSCI data to examine international investing in the context of asset allocation and mean variance optimization.

October 4, 2022

Fiduciary Solutions research

Research

ARTICLE

The most effective portfolio inflation hedges

This paper reviews strategies to hedge inflation risk, including TIPS, commodities, REITs, and select equity sectors, as traditional assets often underperform in high inflation.

May 2, 2022

Fiduciary Solutions research

Research

ARTICLE

Putting value on 'Peace of Mind'

We introduce a framework to evaluate Guaranteed Retirement Income products and compare them to strategies built from typical defined contribution plan investments.

November 29, 2021

Fiduciary Solutions research

Research

ARTICLE

The appropriate age for transition to managed accounts in a QDIA framework

In this paper, we review evidence of retirement under-saving and potential solutions, as well as empirical evidence regarding investor reaction to negative market returns.

October 19, 2021

Fiduciary Solutions research

Research

ARTICLE

GRI Product Allocations in a QDIA Framework

Most retirement savers both under-save for retirement and potentially face a serious return drag from sub-optimal, market chasing behavior — Guaranteed Retirement Income (GRI) — products can help.

October 19, 2021

Fiduciary Solutions research

Research

ARTICLE

The case for proactive re-enrollment as industry best practice

Auto-enrollment, auto-escalation and re-enrollment are best practices that improve participant outcomes, especially when implemented as opt-out features.

July 13, 2021

Fiduciary Solutions research

Research

ARTICLE

March 2026 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

March data points to a market that is active but highly concentrated, both in who is buying and where capital is going.

April 10, 2026

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

February 2026 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

US middle market food and beverage M&A activity moderated in February, with announced deal volume declining approximately 23% month-over-month, while aggregate disclosed enterprise value increased, driven by a limited number of larger strategic transactions.

March 23, 2026

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

February 2026 Market Update: Aerospace & Defense

The US aerospace and defense sector gained momentum in February, fueled by strategic M&A, increased federal funding and rising global demand.

March 18, 2026

M&A perspectives

Aerospace & Defense

Diversified Industrials

ARTICLE

January 2026 Market Update: Aerospace & Defense

January closed with strong momentum in Aerospace & Defense M&A, led by headline transactions and a sizable shift in U.S. defense policy.

February 19, 2026

M&A perspectives

Aerospace & Defense

Diversified Industrials

ARTICLE

January 2026 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

US middle market M&A activity across food, beverage, and agribusiness opened 2026 with renewed momentum.

February 10, 2026

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

December 2025 Market Update: Aerospace & Defense

December closed out calendar year 2025 with a surge in strategic dealmaking across the U.S. Aerospace & Defense sector, underscoring investor confidence in high-tech capabilities and resilient supply chains.

December 16, 2025

M&A perspectives

Aerospace & Defense

Diversified Industrials

ARTICLE

December 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

December marked the close of a transitional year for middle market Food, Beverage & Agribusiness M&A. Activity slowed sequentially, as expected, but not from lack of interest.

December 15, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

November 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

November marked a meaningful step-up in sector activity, with deal flow improving and several larger transactions returning to market.

December 11, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

October 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

October marked a constructive month for food, beverage and agribusiness M&A.

November 25, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

3Q2025 IT Services & Cybersecurity

The IT Services M&A market remains robust across all segments. Key drivers include advancements in artificial intelligence, system modernization and heightened cybersecurity demands, with managed security service providers leading the charge.

October 28, 2025

M&A perspectives

Technology & Services

ARTICLE

October 2025 Market Update: Aerospace & Defense

After years of relying on SPACs and private funding, the aerospace and space technology sectors are seeing a resurgence in traditional IPO activity. In 2025, several high-profile listings have signaled renewed investor appetite and confidence in the industry’s long-term growth.

October 15, 2025

M&A perspectives

Aerospace & Defense

Diversified Industrials

ARTICLE

September 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

There were 28 announced transactions (US targets) in September, down 9% from August, marking a modest pullback following several active months.

October 8, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

August 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

Deal activity in August reflected a continuation of 2025's broader themes: fewer transactions overall, but skewing larger as buyers prioritized scale, margin visibility, and supply chain resilience.

September 17, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

July 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

M&A activity in the food, beverage and agribusiness industry marked another consecutive month of elevated volume, led by a continued wave of strategic buyers pursuing scale, category leadership and synergistic add-ons.

August 11, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

3Q2025 Technology & Services Sector Overview - Public Safety and First Responders

The Public Safety / First Responder Technology & Services M&A market is experiencing resilient transaction volumes in the first half of 2025

July 22, 2025

M&A perspectives

Technology & Services

ARTICLE

June 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

M&A activity remained strong in June, with 36 announced transactions, edging out May and sustaining the elevated pace in recent months.

July 7, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

May 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

M&A activity remained steady in May with 33 announced transactions, slightly ahead of April, marking another month of elevated deal flow.

June 13, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

2025 Mid-Year Market Update: Industrial Technology

In this report, our experts cover strong sector performance and AI-driven demand amid uncertainty and cautious market outlooks.

May 29, 2025

M&A perspectives

Industrial Technology

Diversified Industrials

ARTICLE

April 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

Transaction volume held steady in April, driven by sustained buyer appetite across the food industry, particularly in categories with strong consumer relevance and margin visibility.

May 12, 2025

M&A perspectives

Distribution & Supply Chain

ARTICLE

March 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

Despite ongoing market volatility in March, the food & beverage M&A landscape remained resilient.

April 9, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

February 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

February 2025 was another active month for M&A in the food, beverage, and agribusiness industry, as companies leveraged early-year momentum to refine their portfolios.

March 18, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

January 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

The food and beverage M&A landscape experienced mixed signals in January as geopolitical tensions and new tariffs introduced heightened uncertainty.

February 13, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

December 2024 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

December ended the year on solid footing for food, beverage and agribusiness M&A, with momentum expected to carry into 2025.

January 9, 2025

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

4Q2024 Technology & Services Sector Overview: Public Safety and First Responders

The Public Safety / First Responder Technology & Services M&A market is experiencing resilient transaction volumes in 2024 as investors continue to value emerging technologies that reduce costs, increase efficiency and improve service quality.

December 9, 2024

M&A perspectives

Technology & Services

ARTICLE

November 2024 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

With post-election uncertainty beginning to subside, the food, beverage, and agribusiness M&A market is gaining momentum.

December 6, 2024

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

October 2024 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

October deal activity implies the market is on track with 2022 levels in terms of number of deals. Dollar volume in 2024 has notably outpaced 2023 levels, driven by the resurgence of mega-deals.

November 15, 2024

M&A perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

ARTICLE

4Q2024 HCM Technology Sector Overview

The HCM Technology M&A market is experiencing resilient transaction volumes in 2024 following a drop off in 2023 due to improvements in macro-economic conditions including unemployment and inflation rates that affected public markets across the globe.

November 15, 2024

M&A perspectives

Technology & Services

ARTICLE

Fall 2024 Market Update: Industrial Technology

In this report, our investment bankers cover market drivers, provide an outlook for 2025 and offer a deep dive into emerging applications across the flow control sector.

October 1, 2024

M&A perspectives

Industrial Technology

Diversified Industrials

ARTICLE

Industrial automation and nearshoring

The COVID pandemic exposed the risk of supply chain concentration, particularly offshore

February 8, 2024

M&A perspectives

Industrial Technology

Diversified Industrials

ARTICLE

How COVID-19 Changed Packaging Forever

Explore the most powerful market shifts fueled by COVID-19. Learn what they mean for consumer packaging, and how producers can stay ahead of the trends.

January 26, 2022

M&A perspectives

Packaging

ARTICLE

The new global order

How sanctions, trade blocs, and currency politics are reshaping the world economy

April 8, 2026

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

The macroeconomic fallout of tariffs

How trade barriers shape inflation, monetary policy, and currency markets

March 2, 2026

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Mesirow Currency Management | 4Q2025 Commentary

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

March 2, 2026

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

Commentary

ARTICLE

Currency tourism - the FX effect

How exchange rates influence global travel decisions

January 29, 2026

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Currency Outlook 2026

The FX market for 2026 will be shaped by central bank policy divergence, foreign relations, and AI investment.

January 15, 2026

Currency viewpoints

Annual Outlooks

ARTICLE

The new currency wars

Soros, stablecoins, and what yesterday’s currency crisis reveals about tomorrow's digital collapse.

January 9, 2026

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Mesirow Currency Management | 3Q2025 Commentary

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

January 7, 2026

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

Commentary

ARTICLE

Monetary futures: Stablecoins leap ahead of CBDCs

China, India and the EU press on with CBDCs, but the US bets big on private crypto innovation.

January 7, 2026

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

The quiet engine of global risk

How carry trades shape and shake markets

December 18, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Don't let FX erode your gains

Embedded currency exposure in a portfolio can detract from risk-adjusted returns. Investors should assess how currency exposure impacts their portfolios and consider strategies to manage this risk as a means of enhancing overall portfolio outcomes.

November 18, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Argentina's $40 billion lifeline

Bailout or bet—can US dollars stabilize a collapsing peso?

November 16, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Local Extrema Predictor (LEAP)

A machine learning-based market regime detection and mean reversion strategy

October 22, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Managing risk with FX futures

Hedging and speculation with currency futures - understanding the basics

October 1, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Stablecoins prepare to enter mainstream payments

President signs legislation to regulate payment stablecoins, but how stable are they?

August 27, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Mesirow Currency Management | 2Q2025 Commentary

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

July 30, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

Commentary

ARTICLE

Are we too dependent on this FX benchmark?

FX benchmark prices are critical for global commerce, investments, and trading, but is there a hidden risk in your favorite FX rate?

July 9, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Spot and forward rates

Knowing how these rates work, when they're appropriate and their typical uses can lead to smarter financial decisions for importers, travelers or investors.

July 1, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Should a nation manage its currency?

Free float vs managed float currency exchange rates: which one is better?

May 8, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

US Dollar: Currency Dynasty

The currency composition of official foreign exchange reserves has changed significantly over the past 25 years. How did the USD ascend and can it hang on to its dominance?

May 7, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Nothing lasts forever

From 1999 to the end of 2024, dollar holdings as reserve currency declined by about thirteen percentage points. Crises and competition challenges USD hegemony as the dominant foreign exchange reserve. How much longer will dollar dominance last?

May 7, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Safe haven currency hedging

Why do US and Swiss pension funds use different currency risk strategies?

April 29, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Mesirow Currency Management | 1Q2025 Commentary

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

April 23, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

Commentary

ARTICLE

Mesirow Currency Management | 4Q2024 Commentary

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

April 16, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

Commentary

ARTICLE

Understanding currency quotes

Learning how exchange rates are presented and what they signify can offer a clearer view of the economic trends and market forces shaping currency values.

April 7, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

The powerful and wide-ranging effects of currency exchange rates

Keeping an eye on currency trends and information can explain the "why" of economic events that have life-altering consequences for people and nations.

April 1, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Currency Outlook 2025

Inflation, the US election, geopolitical uncertainty and FX volatility were major themes in 2024. What might we see in 2025?

January 21, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Four strategies to reduce liquidity management stress

Identifying the appropriate liquidity management approach for a currency overlay is a key risk consideration.

January 8, 2025

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

China's new payments system threatens US financial leadership

US delay to issue a central bank digital currency could have geopolitical implications.

December 11, 2024

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Stablecoins: Cryptocurrencies with a pegged price

Designed to overcome price volatility and pegged to a single asset or combination of assets, stablecoins aim to become a mainstream medium of exchange.

November 20, 2024

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Mesirow Currency Management | 3Q2024 Commentary

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

November 20, 2024

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

Commentary

ARTICLE

Presidential candidates entice voters with expensive tax breaks

Will tariffs and higher taxes be enough to pay for these benefits? Not even close.

October 24, 2024

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Mesirow Currency Management | 2Q2024 Commentary

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

October 23, 2024

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

Commentary

ARTICLE

The US national debt burden

The debt level is approaching its 1946 historic high. Will it take a collapse in the bond or FX market before we take action?

October 14, 2024

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

Rapid payments speed money through the financial system; economic growth follows

Billions of dollars in transaction savings and economic output. Rapid payment systems pay off.

September 10, 2024

Currency viewpoints

Viewpoints

ARTICLE

US debt is headed to unimaginable levels

Since 1990, debt crises have erupted periodically. How could the rising US debt affect the USD? What can be done?

September 4, 2024

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The Gold Standard

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

August 30, 2024

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T+1 and foreign investors

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?

August 30, 2024

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Cryptocurrencies make room for tokenization

Distributed ledger technology fosters digitization of just about everything

August 30, 2024

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Mesirow Currency Management | 1Q2024 Commentary

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

August 14, 2024

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Tokenized gold

Tokenized gold works by digitizing ownership of actual physical gold, making it tradeable on a distributed ledger. Will investors rush to this 21st century treasure?

July 16, 2024

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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?

June 5, 2024

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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.

April 18, 2024

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The US hedging advantage

Potential to increase return while reducing risk by hedging currencies

April 4, 2024

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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?

February 27, 2024

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Clever currency hedging for Swiss investors

Tenor management can alleviate carry penalties while managing currency risk

January 17, 2024

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Central Bank Digital Currencies

Nations are rushing to launch CBDCs. Will the U.S. be a leader or a laggard in the digital currency race?

September 11, 2023

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Use currency as a risk provider or return generator

Currency market inefficiencies may be used in international portfolios to manage risk or pursue higher returns

June 14, 2022

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COVID-19, Economy and FX: Past, Present and Future

Analyzing pandemic economic effects and foreign exchange rate movements

June 9, 2022

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ESG Government Risk

Is there an association between ESG government risk & international IPO underpricing?

September 2, 2021

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ESG for systematic FX trading

Environmental, Social, and Governance data as a complementary source in a fundamental strategy

September 2, 2021

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High dimensional data visualisation for systematic FX trading

High dimensional data visualisation for systematic FX trading

May 19, 2021

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Deep neural networks for FX prediction

Deep neural networks for FX prediction

November 16, 2020

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