The Chinese government is trying to whip its corporations into shape—and markets around the world are feeling the sting. In this episode of The Adviser You Can Talk To Podcast, Research Analyst Liz Laprade and Chief Investment Officer Jim Lowell join Director of Research Jeff DeMaso to discuss the rapid changes in the Chinese economic landscape, and what they portend for global markets. They touch on:

• Which sectors are being affected
• What’s motivating the government crackdown
• Why what happens in China doesn’t stay in China

These days, almost every investor’s portfolio has some exposure to the world’s second-largest economy. Jim and Liz can give you insight into the risks—and rewards—of investing in China. Please click “play” above to listen to this free, no-obligation podcast today!

Is the stock market a rocketship on its way to the moon? Or should we expect a bumpier ride through the rest of the year? Chairman Dan Wiener, Director of Research Jeff DeMaso and Vice President and Portfolio Manager Steve Johnson discuss the remarkable bull run we’ve been on, and whether now is a good time to prepare for the next crash.

Equity compensation isn’t just for CEOs anymore. But getting the most out of stock options and awards can be tough. We can help. The second episode of our series on equity comp covers restricted stock units and awards, including the pros and cons of 83(b) elections as a tax strategy.

Check out part one to hear about stock options, or consult our primer on equity compensation to learn even more.

Referenced links: Stock Option Basics (bit.ly/2VCfSzf); Making the Most of Equity Compensation (bit.ly/2VNjWwQ).

Is this as good as it gets for earnings growth? Nearly every name in the S&P 500 has exceeded analysts' expectations again this quarter, with the average beat more than 17%. Are these brilliant numbers just a paper façade? Or do they indicate real strength in the economy? This week, portfolio managers Steve Johnson and Charles Toole discuss how much of the earnings boom is due to the “base effect” and whether record high profit margins are sustainable.

Are we witnessing the start of a meme stock surge that will change the investment landscape forever? Or will they disappear with barely a ripple? Portfolio managers Steve Johnson and Charlie Toole discuss the new fashion for trading among young investors. This faddish phenomenon may not alter Wall Street forever—but there are lessons to learn from the topsy-turvy trend. Click to learn more!

The pandemic recovery couldn’t be going much better, as far as the stock market’s concerned, but we still think there are some challenges ahead. Chairman Dan Wiener and Chief Investment Officer Jim Lowell take a look back at the first half of 2021 as well as the risks that remain in the months ahead, including the recent spike in inflation, the stock market’s turn from growth to value, and whether the investment opportunities in China are worth the risks. Click to listen now!

Worries about inflation have dominated the business press so far in 2021. Adviser Investments’ bond experts, Chris Keith and Jen Yousif, sat down with Charlie Toole to discuss what inflation is, why bond investors worry about it and what’s driving the big inflation spike we’re seeing now. Understanding how inflation can impact your portfolio is essential for any fixed-income investor. Click to listen, learn and prepare!

Decades of low interest rates have driven even the most cautious investors into riskier assets in search of yield—but taking on more risk in your portfolio can leave your nest egg exposed if markets shift. In this episode of The Adviser You Can Talk To Podcast, our portfolio managers discuss why investors may need to look beyond stocks and bonds in today’s markets, and how a tactical, multi-asset approach can help mitigate some of these risks.

Death and taxes may be certain, but the form each takes is a lot less so. And when it comes to taxes, some forms are worse than others. In this episode, some of Adviser Investments’ wealth management experts decode what we know about the Biden administration’s proposed tax hikes, including impacts on income, capital gains and estate taxes—and how strategic financial planning may help lessen their sting.

Bitly: Tax Blog post: https://bit.ly/2TBoLrT

The darling buds of May are in blossom, and most people are taking some time to shake off the dust and straighten up. When you do, make sure you include your finances. Our financial planning team takes to the mic this week to bring you six steps you should take to make sure your financial plan is up to date, including cleaning up your credit, setting your employee benefits straight, pruning old accounts, and more. Click to listen now!