News and media

Managing Director and Portfolio Manager Brandon Zureick, CFA weighs in on the Federal Trade Commission’s attempt to block the acquisition of Albertsons by the Kroger Company. Noting how although there are strong arguments for the deal to go though, there are also points in favor for the FTC to shut it down. "Roadblock: Kroger is trying to get past the FTC’s efforts to halt its $24.6B acquisition of rival grocer Albertsons.” Cincinnati Business Courier, 3/6/2024.

Managing Director and Portfolio Manager Brandon Zureick, CFA discussed the Fed’s decision to keep rates steady at the most recent FOMC meeting with Spectrum News 1, noting that the Fed pushed back a bit on the notion they are going to be lowering rates in the very near term. “The Federal Reserve isn’t moving so fast on cutting rates.” Spectrum News 1, 2/4/2024.

CEO Jason Jackman, CFA spoke with Asset TV about the change in market sentiment, economic risks to watch in the new year, and the impact of elections on market performance. “What to Tell Clients Concerned about the 2024 Election.” Asset TV, 2/1/2024.

Managing Director and Portfolio Manager Brandon Zureick, CFA weighs in on how the large bank failures that occurred in early 2023 have continued to impact the banking industry. Noting how these failures may increase regulations on all banks moving forward. "Last year’s SVB Signature Bank failures are now costing Ohio banks hundreds of millions of dollars.” Cleveland.com, 1/26/2024.

Senior Research Analyst Bill Jung, CFA weighs in on Fifth Third Bancorp’s fourth-quarter earnings report, nothing how successful Fifth Third appears to be at managing the headwinds facing the banking industry. “Fifth Third CEO Tim Spence: Bank ‘in position to play offense’ when it comes to making loans in ‘24.” Cincinnati Business Courier, 1/23/2024.

Senior Research Analyst Bryan Andress, CFA weighs in on General Electric’s 2023 earnings release, noting the strong showing of GE’s Aerospace segment. “GE Aerospace, GE Vernova ‘ready to launch’ ahead of April spinoff.” Cincinnati Business Courier, 1/23/2024.

Senior Research Analyst Joe Abbott, CFA weighs in on Procter & Gamble’s final earnings report of 2023, emphasizing the growing significance of volume growth to investors. “P&G’s higher prices, productivity growth offset sluggish sales ahead of expected 2024 slowdown.” Cincinnati Business Courier, 1/23/2024.

Managing Director and Portfolio Manager Brandon Zureick, CFA discussed the interest rate outlook for 2024 with Spectrum News 1, noting that steady interest rates and slowing economic growth could bring positive developments for consumers. “Consumers May See Some Relief in 2024.” Spectrum News 1, 12/31/2023.

Portfolio Manager James Wineland, CFP®, CIMA®, AIF® spoke with Ideastream Public Media on retirement plans for small businesses. Setting up a 401(k) that is straightforward, manageable and affordable comes with its challenges for small business owners. James shares some crucial questions entrepreneurs should be considering when deciding the right plan. “Are retirement benefit plans worth the hassle for Northeast Ohio’s entrepreneurs?” Ideastream Public Media, 12/11/2023.

Portfolio Manager James Wineland, CFP®, CIMA®, AIF® spoke with Ideastream Public Media on retirement plans for small businesses. Setting up a 401(k) that is straightforward, manageable and affordable comes with its challenges for small business owners. James shares some crucial questions entrepreneurs should be considering when deciding the right plan. “Are retirement benefit plans worth the hassle for Northeast Ohio’s entrepreneurs?” Ideastream Public Media, 12/11/2023.