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  • Equity Research

    Navigating China’s Restrictions and the U.S. Response

    The Department of Defense has invested more than $439 million in rare earth projects since 2020. Learn more about how these elements are essential to modern technology.

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  • Equity Research

    Economics Weekly: Modern Day Engels’ Pause Is Not the Inevitable Outcome of AI

    In this Economics Weekly, Richard de Chazal constructs a few scenarios around the current AI revolution and why we should not view that outcome as an unfortunate accident, but rather as a result of the decisions we make today.

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  • Equity Research

    The Agentic Era: Vertical Software’s New Growth Engine

    From automating entire workflows to unlocking trillions of dollars in new enterprise value, AI is transforming vertical software. Learn why industry-specific platforms are poised to lead the next wave of productivity and growth in the Agentic Era.

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  • Investment Banking

    Interviewing Investors: A Step-by-Step Guide for Business Owners

    The due diligence process is a two-way street—and business owners should perform detailed evaluations of potential partners.

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  • Equity Research

    Data Centers: The Quiet Champion of Commercial Real Estate Growth

    AI and cloud computing are fueling explosive growth in data centers, quietly transforming them into commercial real estate’s next powerhouse sector. Firms that build on their existing expertise to manage these highly specialized facilities stand to capture meaningful, durable growth for years to come.

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  • Equity Research

    Economics Weekly: The Industrial Rotation

    In this Economics Weekly, Richard de Chazal looks at what the financial market and real economic data are telling us about the durability of the rotation toward industrials as well as where this recovery could hit major roadblocks.

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  • Investment Management

    The Case for Small- and SMID-Cap Value

    Members of our U.S. value equity team explain why small- and SMID-cap value stocks—marked by valuation inefficiencies, quality fundamentals, and market dislocations—may offer compelling opportunities for active, long-term investors.

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  • Investment Management

    Value Amid Uncertainty

    Members of our U.S. value equity team discuss how exploring under-covered, cyclical, and controversial areas of the market—often during periods of stress or transition—can create alpha-generating opportunities for patient, experienced investors.

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  • Private Wealth Management

    Estate Planning Checklist

    Estate planning is a method for determining how to distribute your property during your life and at your death. William Blair published an organizer to help facilitate the process.

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  • Equity Research

    DKA’s $6.8 Billion Burden: The Clinical and Economic Impact

    Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) costs the U.S. $6.8 billion annually and puts thousands of lives at risk. Discover why this preventable problem continues, who’s most vulnerable, and how emerging technologies can bend the curve.

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  • Equity Research

    Navigating the Primary Economic Risks Facing U.S. Households in 2026

    While America’s economy appears resilient heading into 2026, hidden risks remain. From rising healthcare costs to potentially overexposed investment portfolios to equities, discover the key threats that could shake U.S. households this year.

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  • Equity Research

    Economics Weekly: A Look Ahead at the 2026 Midterms

    In this Economics Weekly, we examine the key issues shaping voters’ views as the November midterm elections approach, assess which parties are most likely to control the House and Senate, and consider the potential ramifications for the remainder of the Trump presidency.

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  • Equity Research

    The Evolution of In Vivo CAR-T Therapies

    In vivo CAR-T Therapies are accelerating fast and offering rapid, lab-free treatments powered by viral and LNP breakthroughs. Early clinical wins and rising investment suggest these therapies could make advanced cell treatment far more accessible.

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  • Investment Management

    Setting the Stage for a 2026 Value Revival

    Members of our U.S. value equity team explain why 2026 could mark a turning point for small- and SMID-cap value, citing improving fundamentals, historically wide valuation gaps, easing monetary policy, and the potential for a broader, more balanced market recovery.

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