In this video, Mark Thompson, CFA, Senior Equity Analyst, reviews the role of international equities in portfolio construction. He discusses home country bias, long-term market leadership cycles, and how global diversification may broaden an investor’s opportunity set while introducing distinct risks and considerations.
Gold has been a symbol of wealth, power, and stability for millennia. Mark Thompson, CFA, Senior Equity Analyst at Howe and Rusling takes a closer look at gold’s unique role through both a historical and financial lens. From its ancient origins to its place in modern markets, he examines global demand trends, central bank activity, and how gold interacts with other asset classes. Understanding these dynamics helps clarify when—and why—gold may serve a purpose in a diversified investment strategy.
Behavioral biases can turn even the most rational individuals into irrational decision-makers. These biases are tricky to quantify and hard to spot, making them especially dangerous. Uncover two of the most common biases that can undermine your financial success and learn strategies to overcome them.
Howe & Rusling’s Executive Charity Chats: Leadership and Lessons from Main Street is an interview series connecting you to the wisdom, advice and best practices of the leadership of charitable organizations making an impact in our communities both near and far.
