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 publication highlights long-term deflationary trends, such as demographics, high debt levels, technological innovation, and globalization, likely to keep inflation subdued. Leadership succession at Evercore Wealth Management addresses the firm's commitment to culture, client service, and strategic growth.
The issue also covers timely topics like business transition planning, the implications of negative interest rates, and forward-looking wealth planning strategies
