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Is the US dollar Argentina’s new currency?

Peso today, dollar tomorrow. Argentina considers a currency change.

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3Q2023 Currency Commentary

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

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Strategic Fixed Income | 3Q2023 Commentary

Market review and outlook for investment grade fixed income strategies.

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The future for hedged share class investors: Futures overlays

Hedge Share Class Investors Grapple with Shorter (T+1) Security Settlement Cycle

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An armed war and a currency battle

Dollar dominance be damned! Russia tries to trade in other currencies with so-so results.

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US dollar confronts another threat

Economic sanctions on Russia lead to a call for a new currency to compete with the dollar. Is a common currency likely?

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Hidden gems: The compelling case for small cap high yield

Compelling reasons to invest in this often ignored part of the market

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2Q2023 Currency Commentary

Currency market activity and commentary on Mesirow’s currency for return strategies over the past quarter.

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Turkey struggles to prevent currency crisis

President Erdogan calls inflation the ‘mother and father of all evil’, and the lira continues to plummet

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T+1 securities settlement cycle

Next-day security settlement. Is the FX market ready?

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Managing known unknowns in the high yield market

Considering multiple types of risks when analyzing bonds - some are obvious, some are not.

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Foreign exchange trades settle two days after trading. Could they settle in 30 seconds?

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Markets & Investing

Is the US dollar Argentina’s new currency?

Peso today, dollar tomorrow. Argentina considers a currency change.

Read article

3Q2023 Currency Commentary

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

Read article

Strategic Fixed Income | 3Q2023 Commentary

Market review and outlook for investment grade fixed income strategies.

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The future for hedged share class investors: Futures overlays

Hedge Share Class Investors Grapple with Shorter (T+1) Security Settlement Cycle

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An armed war and a currency battle

Dollar dominance be damned! Russia tries to trade in other currencies with so-so results.

Read article

US dollar confronts another threat

Economic sanctions on Russia lead to a call for a new currency to compete with the dollar. Is a common currency likely?

Read article

Hidden gems: The compelling case for small cap high yield

Compelling reasons to invest in this often ignored part of the market

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2Q2023 Currency Commentary

Currency market activity and commentary on Mesirow’s currency for return strategies over the past quarter.

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Strategic Fixed Income | 2Q2023 Commentary

Attractive yields across both rate and spread products had the power to generate recent positive returns while interest rates were extremely volatile and with a yield curve that remains inverted.

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Turkey struggles to prevent currency crisis

President Erdogan calls inflation the ‘mother and father of all evil’, and the lira continues to plummet

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T+1 securities settlement cycle

Next-day security settlement. Is the FX market ready?

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Managing known unknowns in the high yield market

Considering multiple types of risks when analyzing bonds - some are obvious, some are not.

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Sectors

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Industrial Technology Market Update

An update on the test & measurement and industrial automation sector growth predictions.

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Commercial Aviation

What does the surging demand for air travel mean for aerospace manufacturers? Our experts share their insights.

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2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Packaging Perspectives

In this issue, our packaging industry experts examine the macro-trends impacting the industry and provide a spotlight on the pharmaceutical packaging sector.

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Food, Beverage & Agribusiness Sector Spotlight: Candy, Nuts & Snacks

In this special report, our experts share their perspectives on the candy, nuts & snacks space, including an analysis of current trends in consumer behavior, ingredients and technologies and their impact on market performance.

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2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Specialty Distribution

Expert analysis of M&A activity in specialty distribution and a look at current distribution & supply chain trends and technologies

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2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Aerospace & Defense

A look at the current A&D trends, including commercial aviation, AI and space exploration, driving M&A activity.

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Packaging Perspectives 1Q2023 Market Update

An expert update on the current state of M&A activity in the paper, plastics & packaging industry

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Specialty Distribution 1Q2023 Market Update

A look at why M&A activity remains strong in the distribution and supply chain sector.

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March 2023 Private Debt Market Update

Managing Director Eugene Weissberger shares his expert insight on recent uncertainty in the banking sector and how it is likely to impact private credit investors in months to come.

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2022 Year-End Sector Report: Healthcare

A look at the healthcare trends shaping M&A activity, with a spotlight on the rise of urgent care centers (UCCs).

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2022 Year-End Sector Report: Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

A look at the food, beverage & agribusiness trends shaping the M&A landscape.

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2022 Year-End Sector Report: Distribution & Supply Chain

An expert look at the factors affecting private market M&A activity, and why the outlook for 2023 looks positive.

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Wealth

Mesirow Wealth Management’s Jennifer Gartenberg, CFP® on WGN 720

Hear Jennifer’s interview from November 6, 2023 where she discussed effective ways for listeners to give to their favorite charity by year-end.

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Mesirow Wealth Management’s Sumit Desai, CFA on WGN 720

Hear Sumit’s interview from September 11 , 2023 where he discussed how to build a diversified portfolio while limiting risk

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Peace of mind for generations: How Mesirow helped a family protect their assets and legacy

In this case study, learn about how multiple generations of a client's family has worked with their Mesirow Wealth Advisory team.

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Renting versus buying a home: Deciding what's best for you

Both renting and buying offer distinct advantages and considerations, this article will help you to carefully evaluate them before making a decision.

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Are your philanthropic gifting strategies still up to date?

Learn how changes to IRS regulations over the last few years have, in some instances, expanded how an individual may want to consider carrying out charitable giving.

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FDIC Insurance: What you need to know after the recent bank failures

This article provides a summary of what you need to know about the FDIC, an independent agency that provides insurance to member banks.

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Mesirow Wealth Management’s Gregg Lunceford, Ph.D, CFP® on WGN 720

Hear Gregg’s interview from August 7th , 2023 where he discussed the pitfalls, financial stresses, and resources associated with aging parents.

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Mesirow Mondays on WGN featuring Bob Martin, CFA | June 2023

Hear Bob’s interview from June 5th, 2023.

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Three ways to prepare for a financial windfall

Do you ever dream of receiving a financial windfall? It may seem like a fantasy, but it happens more often than you might think.

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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.

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Mesirow Wealth Management’s Tiffany Irving on WGN 720

Hear Tiffany's interview from May 1st, 2023.

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Mesirow Mondays on WGN featuring Jennifer Gartenberg, CFP® | March 2023

Hear Jennifer’s interview from March 6th, 2023.

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Timely, concise insights from across Mesirow

Is the US dollar Argentina’s new currency?

3Q2023 Currency Commentary

Strategic Fixed Income | 3Q2023 Commentary

The future for hedged share class investors: Futures overlays

An armed war and a currency battle

US dollar confronts another threat

Hidden gems: The compelling case for small cap high yield

2Q2023 Currency Commentary

Turkey struggles to prevent currency crisis

T+1 securities settlement cycle

Managing known unknowns in the high yield market

Get It Wholesale

Is the US dollar Argentina’s new currency?

3Q2023 Currency Commentary

Strategic Fixed Income | 3Q2023 Commentary

The future for hedged share class investors: Futures overlays

An armed war and a currency battle

US dollar confronts another threat

Hidden gems: The compelling case for small cap high yield

2Q2023 Currency Commentary

Strategic Fixed Income | 2Q2023 Commentary

Turkey struggles to prevent currency crisis

T+1 securities settlement cycle

Managing known unknowns in the high yield market

Industrial Technology Market Update

Commercial Aviation

2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Packaging Perspectives

Food, Beverage & Agribusiness Sector Spotlight: Candy, Nuts & Snacks

2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Specialty Distribution

2023 Mid-Year Sector Report: Aerospace & Defense

Packaging Perspectives 1Q2023 Market Update

Specialty Distribution 1Q2023 Market Update

March 2023 Private Debt Market Update

2022 Year-End Sector Report: Healthcare

2022 Year-End Sector Report: Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

2022 Year-End Sector Report: Distribution & Supply Chain

Mesirow Wealth Management’s Jennifer Gartenberg, CFP® on WGN 720

Mesirow Wealth Management’s Sumit Desai, CFA on WGN 720

Peace of mind for generations: How Mesirow helped a family protect their assets and legacy

Renting versus buying a home: Deciding what's best for you

Are your philanthropic gifting strategies still up to date?

FDIC Insurance: What you need to know after the recent bank failures

Mesirow Wealth Management’s Gregg Lunceford, Ph.D, CFP® on WGN 720

Mesirow Mondays on WGN featuring Bob Martin, CFA | June 2023

Three ways to prepare for a financial windfall

Financial planning tips for young professionals

Mesirow Wealth Management’s Tiffany Irving on WGN 720

Mesirow Mondays on WGN featuring Jennifer Gartenberg, CFP® | March 2023

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