Notes on the Economy – 4Q 2019 Summary
The economy has decelerated during 2019; growth should soon hit bottom and turn the corner, gaining speed in the first half of 2020.
Outlook for the U.S. Economic Expansion
Certain indicators suggest that risks to future U.S. economic growth have increased, but overall the outlook for the economy remains positive thanks to strong consumer spending and monetary policy support.
Sustainable Investing at AMG
Sustainable investing allows investors to align their values with their investing.
Understanding Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies
AMG delves into the technological, regulatory and market forces impacting blockchain and cryptocurrencies, and tells investors what to expect going forward.
China’s Growth Has Been Stunning but Cracks Are Showing
AMG’s Chairman Earl Wright dissected China’s rise to the world’s second largest economy and its future global implications with international experts Robert Kaplan and Dr. Harry Broadman.
U.S. Labor Force Growth and the Impact of Public Policy
A rebound in U.S. labor force growth on the heels of public policy support could drive higher U.S. potential GDP growth and lengthen the current economic expansion.
Labor Force Participation and GDP Growth
Long-term declines in participation for key groups of American workers have driven the labor force participation rate down, but there are policy solutions that can mitigate future declines.
The U.S. Wage Growth Mystery
Demographics and underemployment have held back wage growth in recent years, but key measures show that employment costs are accelerating.
An Honest Look at Global Debt
Global debt levels currently appear manageable due to record-low interest rates, but growing amounts of corporate debt in emerging markets and rising global borrowing costs pose potential risks.
Finding Value in Active Management
Despite a challenging environment for active management in recent years, top active managers have proven their ability to add value over the long term.