Opinion

Perspectives, analysis, and commentary on the most pressing issues in finance and markets

Passive Investing Distortions
Opinion

The Hidden Costs of Passive Investing Dominance

As passive investing has grown from challenger to incumbent, troubling distortions have emerged.

Margaret Holloway • March 10, 2026
Risk Models Failing
Markets

Why Traditional Risk Models Are Failing Modern Portfolios

Historical correlations and volatility assumptions no longer capture today's market dynamics.

Jonathan Sterling • March 4, 2026
ESG Investing Backlash
Investing

The ESG Backlash: What It Means for Sustainable Investing

After ESG assets surged past $40 trillion globally, a political and intellectual backlash has forced a reckoning.

James Richardson • February 16, 2026
Financial Psychology
Business

The Psychology of Financial Decision Making

Understanding the cognitive biases that influence our financial choices can lead to better investment outcomes.

David Chen • February 28, 2026
Federal Reserve Rate Outlook
Economy

Federal Reserve Rate Outlook: What Markets Are Missing

Markets may be misreading the Fed's signals on rate policy direction.

Richard Yamamoto • March 12, 2026