The merits of ESG investing have been trumpeted for years. So why have asset flows to date lagged across retail and advisor channels? We believe that a disjointed array of investment approaches and weak risk-adjusted performance versus non-ESG alternatives has inhibited uptake. However, we also believe that the mainstream investor marketplace is eager for ESG products that combine an integrated approach to ESG best practices with enhanced risk-adjusted returns.

In his latest market outlook, Commonwealth CIO Brad McMillan suggests there will be faster economic growth and market appreciation in the second half.

Momentum in the US economy relative to the rest of the world should keep the Fed on its current path to higher short-term interest rates.

Vanguard’s retirement planning framework allows retirees to prioritize their unique needs and align their financial resources to achieve their goals and mitigate risks.