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Emerging Markets: A Great Awakening
Two years after COVID-19 emerged, we share our thoughts about how EM equity and debt are likely to fare in this reawakening.
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Client Focus Spotlights Key Investment Trends to Watch in 2022
For a glimpse of what’s ahead for 2022, Client Focus discusses cybersecurity, ESG investing, the digital supply chain, food security amid climate change with four leading William Blair analysts.
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2022 Planning Strategies
High-net-worth individuals and families, philanthropists, and business owners should evaluate their tax and estate plans so they are best positioned for the long-term outlook. You might consider reviewing the following strategies to help meet your financial, wealth-transfer, and philanthropic goals.
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2022 Tax Reference Guide
William Blair's tax reference guide for income earned in 2022 and tax returns filed in 2023 is now available.
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Leveraged Finance: 2021 in Review
Debt financing experienced powerful momentum in 2021 as deal volume hit an all-time high and new financing options emerged. William Blair’s Leveraged Finance Group reviews the key themes that drove debt financing markets in 2021.
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Currency Management: The Case for Fundamental Investing
In this paper, we challenge consensus wisdom that fundamental value is a less reliable concept for currencies than it is for markets.
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Financial Inclusion Drives Investment Opportunities
Emerging markets debt investors can gain exposure to financial inclusion via companies with diverse geographies, business operations, and risk profiles.
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Dealmaking Amid America's Water Dilemma
The United States has a problem with water. Water supply shortages and aging infrastructure have led to a critical need for upgrades, repairs, and entirely new water systems. This has created a rich M&A environment for companies that can solve America’s most pressing water issues.
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Education Financing
Among its many benefits, a college education can have a significant impact on future earning potential. It is an important investment. It is also becoming a more expensive one as increases in college costs continue to outpace inflation.
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Snack to the Future
Snacking is becoming a more central feature of consumer eating habits and innovation is resulting in more healthful and functional options appealing to a wider range of consumers.
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Packaging Industry M&A Activity Surges Amid Strong Tailwinds
M&A activity in the packaging industry has surged during the first three quarters of 2021. The industry showed resiliency during the pandemic, with accelerating growth and stable cash flows.
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The Science of Possibilities: mRNA Beyond COVID Vaccines
William Blair analysts Raju Prasad, Myles Minter, and Matt Larew describe the latest advancements in the biotech space and the companies leading the charge in just released Client Focus.
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