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The investment industry has come a long way, offering Americans more ways than ever to build wealth. But the rise of alternatives—once the exclusive domain of institutions and the ultra-wealthy—has made it more difficult to cut through the noise and identify what matters. We’ve developed a framework to help. For most of our country’s history, […]
The investment industry has come a long way, offering Americans more ways than ever to build wealth. But the rise of alternatives—once the exclusive domain of institutions and the ultra-wealthy—has made it more difficult to cut through the noise and identify what matters. We’ve developed a framework to help. For most of our country’s history, […]
War, the Changing Shape of AI, and the New Fed Mandate From renewed unrest in the Middle East to growing questions about the artificial intelligence boom, the investment landscape remains complicated. Judging by today’s elevated valuations, investors appear willing to look past these risks. While that optimism may prove justified, the recent leadership change at […]
David Y. Lin, CFA
We are very pleased to announce that David Lin has been named Chief Investment Officer. In this role, he oversees the firm’s equities, fixed income, and alternatives teams and sets the overall investment strategy using a long-term fundamentals-based approach. David joined the firm in 2018 as an investment counselor. Of David, CEO Peter Boyle shared, “Over […]
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After 25 years at Clifford Swan, Cindy Koivu retired on January 31, 2024. Cindy joined Clifford Swan in 1998 and served as an Equity Trader and Compliance Assistant. We wish Cindy a wonderful retirement with her husband Joey. We’ve happily welcomed Megan Pantiskas and Sonia Sandoval to the firm. With her graphic design background, Megan […]
Peter J. Boyle, CFA
While computers have only been around since the 1950s, our fascination with artificial intelligence goes all the way back to early recorded human history. As a species, we can’t help but want to project human qualities onto non-human things. The first known robot was built in ancient Greece, an automatic maid that would pour wine […]
David Y. Lin, CFA
With payout rates higher than they have been in more than a decade, and possible interest rate cuts on the horizon, now is an opportune time to consider establishing a charitable gift annuity. As we’ve said in previous articles, charitable gift annuities can be a great option for donors seeking an income stream. The mechanics are […]
Lloyd K. Wong, CFA
Jennifer I. Maqueda
As Clifford Swan Investment Counselors continues to grow, we are hiring additional professionals. If you or someone you know would be interested in joining our team, please click on the link below for details on the position. Client Service Specialist Financial Planning Specialist Investment Counselor Investment Counselor Portfolio Manager
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As we welcome a new year, we take stock of 2023 and consider what the year ahead might hold in store. Last year was a good year for investors and the U.S. economy. The economy grew, bonds offered positive real returns (beat inflation), and stocks soared. However, a general backdrop of unease, characterized by a […]
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Many investors have seen or heard periodic ads for alternative investments or read about them in various business and investment sources. The natural questions are: What exactly are alternatives, and do they belong in my portfolio? These are specialized investments, and while they have some attractive qualities and can serve a valuable role in an overall investment […]
Randall L. Zaharia, CFA, CAIA®
Imagine a journey where your financial success knows no bounds and your potential is limitless. You are an achiever, and your ambition is the driving force behind your success. Now, let’s channel that energy into your financial roadmap with the guidance of a dedicated investment counselor. We’ll explore how, together, you can create a narrative […]
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Clifford Swan was thrilled to participate as one of the top sponsors for She Leads, Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles’ signature fundraising event. The evening was dedicated to providing every girl throughout Greater Los Angeles with access to the life-changing benefits of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. It was our privilege to champion the […]
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The U.S. economy has withstood the effects of higher interest rates better than expected, as what feels like the most anticipated recession of all time has not yet materialized. Leading economic indicators, which predict a change in the business cycle, have been flashing red for nearly a year and a half. These include an inverted […]
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Rising college juniors Cyrus Gaylord and Sophia Wilson participated in the firm’s eighth summer internship program. Over the course of six weeks, they completed several projects and learned about portfolio management, securities analysis and research, trading and execution, client service, compliance, marketing, and operations. Sophia majors in Economics and Dance at Scripps College, where she […]
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Financial markets can catch investors off guard. This year has been a case study of how market rallies can occur in the face of seemingly bad news. Domestic equities roared higher in the first seven months of 2023, with the S&P 500 up more than 19% from the start of the year, while the tech-heavy […]
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