Market Insights
Whether it's analyzing movements in the market, interpreting government policy, or understanding how to react to what's happening in the world today, Baird has the experts and cutting-edge research to inform your wealth management plan.
Market Strategy by Strategas
Be it through regular interviews on national news outlets, or their research delivered directly to Baird financial advisors, Strategas provides award-winning macro research, blending market strategy, economic perspective, government policy, technical analysis and a deep understanding of fixed income and equity markets.
Market Strategy Weekly
December 20, 2024
Chris Verrone talks through how he’s thinking about the recent market weakness, then looks ahead to a couple of key indicators that will shape how the market evolves in 2025. Chris is Head of Macro and Technical Research at Strategas.
Market Gauge
December 2024
The Gauge improved to a Neutral reading this month. However, even with some of the more important categories like economic growth, earnings, and liquidity on the Favorable side of things, the deterioration of U.S. fiscal health and elevated valuations weigh on our long-term return expectations.
Key Takeaways from the 6 Strategas Research Areas
Strategas looks at the state of the markets and economy today from all six of their research areas and gives an outlook for the months ahead.
Additional Research Insights from Strategas
2024 Election Implications For Tariff Policy & Tax Legislation
Republicans secured a sweep in the 2024 election. However, slim majorities in Congress—particularly in the House—will have important implications for tax legislation.
Recommended Asset Allocation against a Global 60/40 portfolio accompanied by market commentary and rationale.
Recommended Sector Allocations accompanied by broader market commentary and sector-specific rationale.
In their quarterly note, Strategas recaps Q3 and looks out to the last quarter of the year.
Baird Market Strategy
Our subject matter experts leverage Strategas’ technical expertise to help Baird clients understand and make the most of their wealth management plans.
Michael Antonelli
PWM Market Strategist
Combining his passion for behavioral finance with a deep expertise in market analysis, Michael enjoys connecting and empathizing with clients as he guides them through the inevitable ups and downs of the market. Mike strongly believes that your financial life and personal life are synonymous, and as such brings his entire self into his writing – discussing everything from wellness to community involvement to personal stories. With an emphasis on purpose-based investing, Mike aims to be the voice of reason and put common fears into proper context.
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Ross Mayfield, CFA
Investment Strategist
Ross educates clients by pairing timely commentary with historical data that cuts through the chaos of the day’s financial headlines. By using past events to inform today’s decisions, Ross focuses on “myth busting” to minimize investors’ emotional response and personal perspectives in volatile or bear markets. Ultimately, Ross aims to help clients from overthinking or overreacting to the market, knowing that successful investing often requires avoiding just a handful of big mistakes.
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