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Most families we work with don’t need more accounts; they need the right ones, used in the right way. You may have noticed recent headlines about Trump Accounts, a new federal savings program launching on July 5, 2026, designed to help children build long‑term financial security. Whenever something new like this appears, clients naturally wonder […]
Most families we work with don’t need more accounts; they need the right ones, used in the right way. You may have noticed recent headlines about Trump Accounts, a new federal savings program launching on July 5, 2026, designed to help children build long‑term financial security. Whenever something new like this appears, clients naturally wonder […]
Imagine being tasked with investing the wealth of a family whose future generations depended on it, or a foundation with a critical social mission. Where would you start? You might start with the principle of diversification to reduce portfolio risk. You might also favor high-quality businesses—specifically those that will remain important to the economy and […]
Daniel J. Mintz
On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed into law H.R.1, commonly known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA). This sweeping legislation addressed the scheduled expiration of tax provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) while introducing new tax measures and tweaking existing rules. Here’s what you need to know. Income […]
Leslie Ann Manuel, CFP®
When we wrote last quarter’s letter, a deep equity sell-off had been underway following the announcement of President Trump’s tariff campaign. The S&P 500 has since fully recovered from that 20% market drawdown, with investors increasingly hopeful we can avoid a full-blown global trade war. Without knowing which direction markets will move next or how […]
Clifford Swan
Late last year, we announced several new team members. Since then, we’ve been fortunate to welcome even more. Just as we invest with a long lens for our clients, we apply the same discipline to our internal planning. The hiring over the past year reflects a strategic plan developed by our leadership team to support […]
Peter J. Boyle, CFA
Congratulations, you did it! Graduation is a major milestone, and with your diploma in hand a new chapter begins. What’s next? Whether you’re starting a job or exploring your next steps, one thing is certain: this is the perfect moment to take control of your financial future. The habits you form now will shape your […]
Lloyd K. Wong, CFA
In early April, with the onset of a major shift in U.S. trade policy, global financial market volatility increased materially. The U.S. Treasury and currency markets saw unusual trading activity, which spilled into the stock market. In the ensuing days, a stream of reports and articles began questioning the credibility of the U.S. dollar (USD) […]
Kevin J. Cavanaugh
On April 2nd, President Trump’s announcement of new tariffs triggered a global equity sell-off. In their current form, they will affect nearly all U.S. trade. The speed and scale of these trade actions have been stunning. Using the President’s first term as a point of reference, tariffs were levied about 14 months into the term, […]
Clifford Swan
Clifford Swan Investment Counselors proudly served as the lead sponsor for the 2025 Pasadena Festival of Women Authors. This year’s festival, held on Saturday, March 22 at the Pasadena Hilton, welcomed seven acclaimed authors and a full ballroom of literature enthusiasts. The authors shared their journeys as writers, answered questions, and signed books. Representing Clifford […]
Clifford Swan
The following message was originally distributed to clients on April 4, 2025. Yesterday, the President’s “Liberation Day” tariffs sparked the stock market’s worst trading day since 2020. That volatility could continue. In the fog of bad news, our reflex is to look to expert predictions. It gives us the illusion of control. But time and […]
David Y. Lin, CFA
Over modern U.S. history, we’ve hardly gone a moment without hearing predictions of America’s imminent downfall. In that sense, you might say that declinism is one of the great American past times. During his 1960 Presidential campaign, John F. Kennedy painted a scary picture of a Russian enemy well on its way to world domination […]
David Y. Lin, CFA
The devastating Los Angeles wildfires at the start of the year serve as a sobering reminder of the role insurance plays in protecting against major financial loss. Without adequate coverage, you could be forced to draw from savings, retirement funds, or other investments to cover unexpected losses. At Clifford Swan, while we are not insurance […]
Jennifer I. Maqueda
This year marks a milestone as Clifford Swan celebrates its 110th year. Established with the visionary idea of providing independent investment advice, we remain committed to our founders’ timeless values—client-first focus, highly personalized service, attention to detail, and delivering financial success. As we celebrate this anniversary, we reflect on key moments that shaped our firm […]
Peter J. Boyle, CFA
Clifford Swan Investment Counselors welcomed students from California State University, Fullerton’s Titan Capital Management (TCM) program to our offices on February 28 for an engaging day of discussions on investment management. TCM is a highly regarded student investment group, having won the CFA Institute Research Challenge of Los Angeles for six consecutive years. The program […]
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