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    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?

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    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?

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    Should a nation manage its currency?

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

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    Mesirow Currency Management | 1Q2025 Commentary

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

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    Mesirow Currency Management | 4Q2024 Commentary

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

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    Currency Outlook 2025

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

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    Safe haven currency hedging

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

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    Four strategies to reduce liquidity management stress

    Identifying the appropriate liquidity management approach for a currency overlay is an important risk consideration not to overlook.

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    China’s new payments system threatens US financial leadership

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

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    April 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

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

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    March 2025 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness

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

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    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.

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    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.

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    2024 Recap and 2025 Outlook: Specialty Distribution

    In-depth evaluation of Specialty Distribution M&A trends and transactions in 2024 and 2025 outlook

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    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.

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    4Q 2024 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.

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    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.

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    4Q 2024 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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    2023 Debt Market Year in Review

    2023 Debt Market Year in Review

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    Wealth
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    Mesirow Wealth Management's Sumit Desai on WGN 620 | May 2025

    Are you worried that tariffs could put your portfolio at risk? Mesirow Wealth Management’s Director of Research, Sumit Desai, CFA, recently discussed how to navigate the storm, with Jon Hansen on “Mesirow Monday” on WGN Radio 720. Have questions, message

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    Mesirow Wealth Management's Gregg Lunceford on WGN 720 | April 2025

    When is the right time to discuss money values with your family? Gregg Lunceford recently discussed the intricacies of this topic, with Jon Hansen on “Mesirow Monday” on WGN Radio 720. Have questions, message us! 

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    Healthy, wealthy and wise: Integrating unusual health care costs into your financial plan

    Financial planning is largely an exercise in risk management – you prepare

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    Mesirow Wealth Management's Noah Bloch on WGN 720 | March 2025

    Hear Noah’s interview from March 3, 2025, where he discussed important topics to consider if you or someone you know is deciding to buying a home.

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    The “Super Catch-Up” contribution: An opportunity you don’t want to miss

    The Super Catch-up Contribution: An opportunity you don't want to miss

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    Gift tax reporting for transfers to Irrevocable Trusts

    Gift tax reporting for transfers to Irrevocable Trusts

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    The importance of asset allocation for retirement and estate planning

    Asset allocation is one of the most critical decisions in building and preserving wealth, particularly as it relates to retirement and estate planning.

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    Selling your business: Tax planning strategies to consider well before you pull the trigger

    Selling your business: Tax planning strategies to consider well before you pull the trigger

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    Mesirow Wealth Management's Tiffany Irving on WGN 720 | February 2025

    Hear Tiffany’s interview from February 3, 2025, where she recently discussed how now is a good time for a financial check-up including flow analysis, adjustments that might be needed and getting a head start on planning for tax season.

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    Mesirow Wealth Management's Gregg Lunceford on WGN 720 | January 2025

    Hear Gregg’s interview from January 9, 2025, where he discussed key factors that help contribute to retirement success.

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    Mesirow Wealth Management's Jennifer Rosenblum on WGN 720 | December 2024

    Hear Jennifer’s interview from November 25, 2024, where she discussed the ins and outs of financial gifting to family and non-profits.

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    A guide to special needs financial planning

    Raising or caring for a loved one with special needs comes with unique challenges, including financial planning.

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