Staying Resilient: Long-Term Wealth Strategies

Volume 45 of Independent Thinking® by Evercore Wealth Management addresses the challenges and opportunities facing investors in a period marked by inflation, bear markets, and global economic shifts. The publication emphasizes the importance of maintaining a long-term perspective and adapting investment strategies to a resource-constrained and increasingly deglobalized world. It explores the evolving landscape of […]

Adapting for the Future: Geopolitical Shifts, Inflation, and Technological Changes

Volume 44 of Independent Thinking® by Evercore Wealth Management examines the impact of global events, inflation, and technological advancement on markets and long-term financial planning. The publication analyzes how the Russia-Ukraine conflict and its geopolitical ramifications may influence inflation, energy prices, and investment opportunities, particularly in Europe. It explores the differences between today’s inflationary environment […]

Diversified Strategies for Inflation, Taxes, and Sustainable Wealth

Volume 43 of Independent Thinking® by Evercore Wealth Management explores how investors can navigate rising inflation, evolving tax landscapes, and ongoing market optimism. The publication highlights the importance of diversification as a natural hedge against inflation, while also examining the effectiveness of various asset classes, such as equities, real estate, and commodities, under inflationary pressures. […]

Staying the Course: Managing Inflation, Taxes, and Investing in a Changing Economy

Volume 42 of Independent Thinking® by Evercore Wealth Management addresses the pressing financial concerns of 2021, focusing on the dual threats of rising inflation and potential tax increases. The publication emphasizes that while headline risks are significant, disciplined diversification and long-term planning remain the best defenses for investors. It explores the nuances of today’s inflation […]

Financial Resilience: Adapting Investment and Wealth Strategies in a Post-Crisis Economy

Volume 41 of Independent Thinking® by Evercore Wealth Management examines the evolving investment landscape in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and unprecedented government stimulus. The publication discusses the disconnect between high asset prices and low yields, the complex nature of inflation, and the importance of productivity growth in justifying current market valuations. It provides […]

Rethinking Diversification: New Era of Portfolios, Bonds, and Family Wealth

Volume 40 of Independent Thinking® by Evercore Wealth Management explores the need for investors to reassess traditional portfolio strategies in the wake of historically low bond yields and the economic disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The publication highlights the limitations of the classic 60/40 portfolio and advocates for broader diversification into alternative asset classes, […]

Market Resilience, Technology, and Evolving Wealth Management in a Transformative Era

This issue explores the profound changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on the economic and market disconnect, the dominance of technology giants, and the evolving role of technology in wealth management and daily life. It examines the implications of unprecedented fiscal and monetary responses, debates the risks of inflation versus deflation, and considers […]

Uncertain Times: Managing Wealth and Risk in Uncertain Times

This special edition addresses the unprecedented challenges and opportunities presented by the COVID-19 pandemic for investors and wealth managers. It highlights the rapid market sell-off, subsequent volatility, and the government’s massive fiscal and monetary interventions. The journal emphasizes disciplined portfolio management, including asset allocation and rebalancing, to weather turbulent markets. It also explores the impact […]

Future Growth & Resilience: Managing Wealth and Risk in Uncertain Times

This Independent Thinking® issue explores how investors and wealth managers can navigate a persistently low interest rate environment while maintaining portfolio resilience. It discusses the enduring value of a diversified 60/40 portfolio, despite debates about its relevance in today’s markets, and examines the powerful negative correlation between stocks and bonds that helps reduce volatility. The […]

Adapting Wealth Strategies Amid Deficits, Policy Shifts, and New Opportunities

This Independent Thinking® issue explores the implications of the growing U.S. deficit and the evolving debate around Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) for investors. It discusses how persistent low interest rates and strong private sector demand are allowing the government to finance large deficits with little immediate consequence, while also highlighting the risks of wealth concentration […]