by Brian Jacobs | May 17, 2024 | Blog, Investment Concepts
Jim Simons, the mastermind behind Renaissance Technologies, recently passed away at 86. Simons, a brilliant mathematician and former codebreaker, founded Renaissance in 1982 and revolutionized quantitative trading. The firm’s flagship Medallion Fund achieved an...
by Brian Jacobs | May 6, 2024 | Blog, Investment Concepts
In the rapidly shifting terrain of financial markets, the adaptability of investment strategies can be a decisive factor in their success. This post delves into the potential benefits that flexibility in approach could have on structured investment products,...
by Brian Jacobs | Apr 18, 2024 | Blog, Bonds, Investment Concepts
For decades, investors have treated bonds as a cornerstone of portfolio diversification, largely based on their performance during the late 20th century. From the early 2000s and through the 2010s, the often-negative correlation between stocks and bonds provided a...
by Brian Jacobs | Apr 3, 2024 | Blog, Investment Concepts
Retirement planning is a critical aspect of financial management, and understanding how to manage savings can make a significant difference in financial stability during your clients’ golden years. The Path-Dependent Nature of Longevity Risk Longevity...
by Brian Jacobs | Mar 19, 2024 | Blog, Investment Concepts
The NCAA Tournament is not just an annual highlight of American sports betting—err, culture—but also a prime lesson in decision-making amidst uncertainty. And no, writing this is not just clever justification on my part to delve into bracket strategy while pretending...
