Sat.Mar 18, 2023

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MiB: Cliff Asness, AQR

The Big Picture

This week, we speak with Cliff Asness , co-founder and managing partner at AQR Capital Management. The firm has ~$100 billion in assets under management. An active researcher, Asness contributes to numerous publications and has received a variety of accolades, including the James R. Vertin Award from CFA Institute in recognition of his lifetime contribution to research.

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This Week on TRB

The Reformed Broker

And if you haven’t subscribed yet, don’t wait. Check it out below or wherever fine podcasts are played. . The post This Week on TRB appeared first on The Reformed Broker.

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10 Weekend Reads

The Big Picture

The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • The A to Z of economics : Economic terms, from “absolute advantage” to “zero-sum game”, explained to you in plain English. ( The Economist ) • The Incredible Tantrum Venture Capitalists Threw Over Silicon Valley Bank : Remind me why, exactly, these guys have so much control over technological innovation?

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Saturday links: t-shirt brands

Abnormal Returns

Energy Why it makes sense to float solar panels in reservoirs. (wired.com) How data center heat could be used to heat swimming pools. (theverge.com) Environment The EPA is set to limit 'forever chemicals' in drinking water. (npr.org) Debunking the 'natural' explanations for rising global temperatures. (arstechnica.com) Why so many of Canada's tornadoes go unseen.

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Register Now: Sneak Peek Into Close Automation SkyStem Web Demo

Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, email, and shared drives no longer have to slow us down. Join us as we present a "sneak peek" recorded demo of SkyStem's month-end close solution – ART. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.

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Real Estate Newsletter Articles this Week: "Average Length of Time from Start to Completion increased Sharply in 2022"

Calculated Risk

At the Calculated Risk Real Estate Newsletter this week: • Pandemic Economics, Housing and Monetary Policy: Part 2 • Current State of the Housing Market; Overview for mid-March • Lawler: Early Read on Existing Home Sales in February • February Housing Starts: Average Length of Time from Start to Completion increased Sharply in 2022 • Q4 Update: Delinquencies, Foreclosures and REO • 2nd Look at Local Housing Markets in February This is usually published 4 to 6 times a week and provides more in-de

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Consensus View Of “No Recession.” Could It Be Wrong?

Advisor Perspectives

Could the consensus view of a “no recession” scenario be wrong? As portfolio managers, this is the question we ask ourselves daily.

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Fiduciary Papers #7: What Steps are Required to Properly Manage a Conflict of Interest Held by An Investment Adviser?

Ron A. Rhodes

While the SEC has provided an interpretative release [SEC Release IA-5248, Commission Interpretation Regarding Standard of Conduct for Investment Advisers (July 12, 2019)] regarding the fiduciary duties of investment advisers,…

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Could Bank Runs Lead to a Run on Gold & Silver?

Advisor Perspectives

Fears of bank runs precipitating a broader financial crisis helped spark a surge in bullion buying this week.

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Schedule for Week of March 19, 2023

Calculated Risk

The key reports this week are February New and Existing Home Sales. The FOMC meets this week, and there is some uncertainty on rate hikes due to the recent banking issues. -- Monday, March 20th -- No major economic releases scheduled. -- Tuesday, March 21st -- 10:00 AM: Existing Home Sales for February from the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

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2024 Lending Outlook: Innovations and Evolutions in the Financial Sector

As we step into 2024, the lending landscape evolves rapidly with technology, regulations, and market dynamics driving change. For banks and financial institutions to stay competitive and meet the evolving needs of their customers, these drivers must be understood and engaged with. Lenders can anticipate significant transformation fueled by technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer behaviors.

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How to help clients start a travel fund

Nationwide Financial

Key Takeaways: Saving money for travel—just like saving for other big events—requires discipline and planning, especially if your clients are interested in finding cost-saving deals. Setting goals, creating a budget, and saving automatically can be great ways to budget for a big trip. There are typically travel deals available, depending on what membership programs your client participates in.

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The Professor's Portfolio

Advisor Perspectives

My “five-step investment process” provides an ongoing systematic framework for making portfolio decisions, and further incorporating financial planning and tax considerations into overall portfolio construction.

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Comparing the draft IIA Standards and the Core Principles for Effective Internal Audit

Norman Marks

One of the points I made in my review of the draft was that it is not consistent with the Core Principles for Effective Internal Auditing. I have asked whether the principles on which the draft is based are the right principles. Here is a comparison.

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Another Unstable Finger

Advisor Perspectives

For years I’ve used a sandpile metaphor to describe complex systems like banking. Keep dropping grains of sand long enough and you will eventually trigger an avalanche.

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Banking on Loyalty: Holistic Financial Advice for Unparalleled Business Growth

Speaker: Joe Buhrmann, MBA, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC® Senior Financial Planning Practice Management Consultant eMoney Advisor

During an era of evolving consumer preferences, the banking sector is undergoing a profound shift. As customers continue to broaden their perspectives, banking professionals must support their customers' financial wellness by providing holistic financial advice that aligns with individual goals and circumstances. Without adapting, financial institutions will find that loyalty may crumble amid uncertainty.

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100 Positive Affirmations for Self Love

Clever Girl Finance

Positive affirmations for self love are all about being kind to yourself. Because be honest, how many times have you said phrases like these? I’m such an idiot. Wow, that was stupid of me. I need to stop being so dumb. That was so foolish of me. I’m never going to accomplish if I keep being such a moron. The words you tell yourself have power. These one-off comments may seem harmless, but when you repeat them over and over, your mind starts to believe them.

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Pension Reform Showdown: Will The U.S. Follow France’s Bold Retirement Age Changes?

Advisor Perspectives

Sixty-six million Americans currently receive monthly benefits from Social Security, which, if nothing changes, is expected to be insolvent by 2035 at the latest. It’s time for Americans to take a greater role in their own retirement planning.

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How Much Is A 40k Salary Hourly, Bi-Weekly, And Monthly?

Clever Girl Finance

When you land a job that brings in a 40k salary, it’s cause for celebration. That’s especially true if you were previously working a minimum-wage job. But as you move forward, it’s important to determine exactly how far a 40,000 salary will get you. In this article, you'll find out answers to questions like, "40k a year is how much hourly?" and "what is a 40k salary monthly?

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The Futile Efforts to Reform Social Security

Advisor Perspectives

The politics of the status quo creates the illusion of action, fostering the image that Social Security is a hot topic that has captured the attention of Washington.

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Transforming Lending: Understanding the Power of Digital Platforms

Digital platforms can provide you with plenty of solutions, yet many are still intimidated by them. It's time to end that worry and embrace what could make a major difference for your bank. Understanding how they work and how to best utilize them for your banks is key toward success. In this article, Biz2X breaks down all things digital platforms, including the many advantages of embracing them.

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Sorted Weekly Tweets

Aleph

Picture Credit: David Merkel, with an assist from the YouImagine AI image generator || Twitter birds run by a bank run Financial Regulation and Policy Dodd Frank Was Never Gutted – It Was Barely Touched [link] Interesting sidelights on how little Dodd-Frank got changed Mar 18, 2023 Banks borrowed a combined $164.8 billion from two Federal Reserve backstop facilities in the most recent week, a sign of escalated funding strains after SVB’s collapse [link] Things are that bad… Mar 18,

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Silicon Valley: The Consequences of a Bank's Failure

Advisor Perspectives

The full story of SVB is still unfolding, but we offer some initial reactions.

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