Understanding the Zigs and Zags of Emerging Markets

We believe there are solid reasons to own emerging market equities as a means of diversifying portfolios across markets, minimizing risk, and maximizing growth opportunities.

Fighting Fire: How Commodities Help Beat Back the Flames of Inflation

Can commodities help in times of high inflation?

The State of the Commodities Market

While commodities markets are slowing somewhat, we still see opportunities.

China’s Regulatory Crackdown: A Cautionary Tale for Investors

How will recent regulatory shifts in China affect investment strategy? A diversified approach is the key to spread out exposure.

Are Natural Resource Stocks the Inflation Fighters Investors Want?

Owning a portfolio of natural resource stocks may seem like the easiest way to gain exposure to commodities. But is it the best way?

Brexit Reminds International Equity Investors to Look Beyond the Benchmark

Is your international equity allocation prepared for Brexit? Find out why the UK’s exit from Europe matters to investors around the world.

Three Reasons to Consider Investing in International Equities

Buying local isn’t always the best strategy when investing in stocks. Here are three compelling reasons to consider investing beyond your home-country bias.

Think Twice Before Hedging Currencies in Emerging Market Equity Portfolios

Are you thinking about hedging currency exposures in your emerging market equity portfolio? It may not be worth the time or expense.

Spot On: What to Know About Commodity Price Indexes

Don’t get caught up in commodity confusion. Learn how spot prices play a role in your investments.

With Oil Below Zero, Are Investors over a Barrel?

Markets have just witnessed the biggest decline in crude prices since the Gulf War. What does this mean for commodity investors?

All That Glitters: Is Gold the Safe Haven Investors Need?

With so much uncertainty surrounding equities, why is gold underperforming?

A Mighty Wind: Will Economic Gusts Push the Commodity Market Through Uncertainty in 2020?

The commodities market appears to be recovering, but will it continue to improve throughout 2020? Find out which economic factors will drive—or sink—the asset class in the New Year.

Mirror, Mirror: The Inverse Relationship Between Commodities and the US Dollar

Prices of commodities and the US dollar are strongly linked. But is this also true at the individual commodity level?

What China’s Currency Manipulator Label May Mean for Emerging Markets

Now that the Treasury Department has labeled China a currency manipulator, are other emerging market countries in the crosshairs?

China and the MSCI Emerging Markets Index: A Distinction Without a Difference?

As MSCI includes more China A-shares in its emerging markets index, a look at why some investors may not be getting the truly broad exposure they seek.

Are You Prepared for Unexpected Inflation?

Is inflation still in check? Check. But is it up? Yup. If it spikes unexpectedly, is your portfolio prepared to ride out the turbulence? We look at one asset class that may help diversify your holdings, reduce risk, and soothe the sting of unanticipated inflation.