Managers of Wealth Americas

EMs walk the line - analysing the fiscal response

As in prior episodes of high risk-aversion, it is the currencies of emerging markets that are most reliant on external investors for financing that have suffered the most.

US pension plans warned they will run out of money by 2028

Seven struggling public funds could have a severe impact on state finances as their funded ratio drops

Older Crowd Embraces Online Banking, Rewards Firms’ Digital Push

Online services have the potential to bring in customers, help cut costly branches and pare workforces, while also making it harder for new competitors to poach clients with the allure of better technology.

Pension funds: the infrastructure opportunity

The Infrastructure and Projects Authority had already earmarked about 50% of the pipeline to be financed and delivered through the private sector in the National Infrastructure Delivery Plan; arguably, that percentage will grow in the wake of the pandemic

Keeping a Team Motivated Remotely Isn’t Easy — But It Is Possible

The acquaintances and friendships you build in those moments keep teams close-knit and establish a sense of purposeful togetherness.

CEOs Need To Embrace Diversity In The Workforce Post COVID-19

Research shows that companies which embrace a more diverse culture earn 19 percent higher revenue than those that do not.

40% of Americans Don't Think They Can Retire at All

If you've invested your savings wisely, they'll grow over time.

What Is a Family Office? And Who Might Need One?

A single-family office is just that -- it wholly serves a single family's needs.

The Future of Marketing and Regulatory Communications

A survey of leading asset managers.

The added value of investment analysis — especially in times of market volatility

At SS&C, we are focused on supporting our clients by providing robust and leading analytical solutions to help inform and uncover potential investment risks and opportunities

27% of people globally feel 'in control' of ttheir finances

The global survey found that money concerns have become one of the biggest worries for people after health and in the U.S. specifically, almost 75% of Americans negatively describe their feelings towards their finances.

Canada’s Big Banks Set Aside $7.9 Billion for Soured Loans

Loan-loss provisions topped analysts’ expectations of C$8.9 billion for Canada’s six biggest banks.

Rebuilding America: 'Life-changing event' of COVID-19 could alter how we work, spend and retire

Long after the public health threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic eases, the crisis could spur lasting changes in how Americans work, spend, save and invest, experts say.

Sustainable Investing Is Booming — But Where Is the Impact?

Investors can play a crucial role in solving social problems in general and sustainability problems specifically.

The quest for cyber sovereignty is dark and full of terrors

This narrative has manifest itself in two polarising concepts, ‘digital colonialism’ and ‘cyber sovereignty’.

Fidelity CIO: How long can monetary-driven markets ignore economic reality?

The expansion of central bank balance sheets subdued volatility, but markets became hooked on this support.

Alternative asset managers face an uncertain road ahead

Total AUM gained 15% in 2019 compared to the previous year to roughly US$89 trillion ($77tr in 2018) driven by market performance gains which hit a 10-year high.

Why aren't advisors building multigenerational practices?

Industry insiders explain the strengths and weaknesses of younger and older advisors

Santander and BBVA investors question lagging US businesses

Banco Santander SA’s US subprime auto-loans unit agreed to settle a dispute with 34 US states for more than $550mn, a blow to the stronger of its two businesses in the country.

SS&C GlobeOp Forward Redemption Indicator: May notifications 4.00%

Unlike subscriptions, redemption notifications are typically received 30-90 days in advance of the redemption date.

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