The economy picked up modestly in 2021 but then took a turn for the worse in 2022 as problems began to emerge. In the second quarter of this year, global output fell due to declines in China and Russia, while US consumer spending disappointed expectations. A world economy already weakened by the pandemic has already…
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The 2023 economic outlook, according to Oxford’s Global Economic Model, is bleak. This model takes into account individual country models, global assumptions about trade volume and prices, competitiveness, capital flows, interest and exchange rates, and commodity prices. Its verdict? Global economic growth will be a paltry 2.3% in 2023– the lowest forecast since 2008 outside…
If there’s one sector that could be forever changed by COVID-19, it’s real estate. Whether it’s the increase in remote work or wave after wave of lockdowns, people’s ideas about where and how they should live have shifted. In many cases, this has driven a mass exodus out of claustrophobic downtown high-rises and into the…
The difference between wealth management and investment management can seem insignificant. However, there are vital disparities. In general, you should think of wealth management as a broader general approach to financial management. A wealth manager or financial advisor (sometimes called a consultant) will help with the overall economic picture for clients. Those services go beyond…
In finance, passive income describes money from a one-time investment that continually generates income flows, without requiring the investor to monitor or actively adjust their holdings. Some ways to generate passive income involve becoming a limited partner in a partnership. However, ordinary individuals can look to other ways to put their money to work for…
The economy picked up modestly in 2021 but then took a turn for the worse in 2022 as problems began to emerge. In the second quarter of this year, global output fell due to declines in China and Russia, while US consumer spending disappointed expectations. A world economy already weakened by the pandemic has already…
The 2023 economic outlook, according to Oxford’s Global Economic Model, is bleak. This model takes into account individual country models, global assumptions about trade volume and prices, competitiveness, capital flows, interest and exchange rates, and commodity prices. Its verdict? Global economic growth will be a paltry 2.3% in 2023– the lowest forecast since 2008 outside…
During a market downturn, it’s crucial to remind yourself of your financial goals. What are you investing for? How long before you need to start withdrawing cash from your investment account? Your goals, not a temporary market downturn, should inform the bulk of your decisions. Having money in the stock market is the means to…
As the wide-ranging implications of sustainability issues, such as public health, climate change and social justice, become more apparent, so too have they become essential to effectively assessing investment risks and opportunities. Investors can choose the approaches that best reflect their investment philosophy. There are five primary approaches and tools, commonly used in combination with…
Investing can seem daunting at times for those that are just starting out. There are several concepts that need to be mastered to comprehend how to build an investment portfolio based on your specific needs. Knowing what you’re working toward may help you determine 3 critical things that can drive your investing decisions: time horizons,…