Viewpoints from John Hancock Investment Management
One of the industry's most highly regarded multimanagers, dedicated to finding proven portfolio teams with specialized expertise for every fund we offer, then applying vigorous investment oversight to ensure that those funds continue to meet our uncompromising standards
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What oil's rebound means for your portfolio
Rising oil prices have historically shown varying correlations to different asset classes. We explore which asset classes may help protect your portfolio from the challenges higher oil prices may cause.
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Borrowing for college? Four things to know about PLUS loans
Saved for your child's college education and still don't have enough? One option is a PLUS loan. But there are four key considerations you should know before you apply.
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What are semitransparent ETFs?
Semitransparent ETFs are the industry's latest innovation and it's important to understand how they work and why they're designed for certain actively managed strategies.
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What the short squeeze frenzy means for your portfolio
The recent short squeezes have received a great deal of attention, but should you be doing anything about them? We explain why we believe the answer is no and why taking a steady view of market fundamentals makes sense now more than ever.
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Three reasons why you should apply for financial aid now
Your child is getting ready for college. The applications are in and you're waiting for the acceptance letters to arrive. But have you completed the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA)? Here's why it makes sense to apply for financial aid.
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Model behavior: the driving forces behind the growth of model portfolios
The increasing awareness of the benefits that models can offer has led to an explosion in products available to financial professionals and their clients, but the proliferation of choice requires careful navigation.
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2021 market outlook: a brighter future, but clouds remain
There is reason both for optimism and concern heading into 2021. Vaccinations should help propel the economy, but there may be delays in getting them to the public. With yields low and momentum stocks soaring, a balanced portfolio may prepare investors for a wide variety of possible outcomes.
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What you need to know about gifting money
Did you know that you can give up to $15,000 a year to individual family members and friends without reporting it on your taxes? If you are married and you and your spouse file your taxes jointly, you can double those amounts, gifting $30,000 annually. Think about the value you can add to a 529 plan, for example.
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Why Purchasing Managers’ Indexes have become closely watched economic indicators
Learn why Purchasing Managers’ Indexes, or PMIs, have become key indicators to watch as the global economy charts an uneven path toward postpandemic recovery.
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After the election: key early economic takeaways and positioning
With the winner of the 2020 presidential race still to be determined, we assess the market's initial reaction and the election's likely implications for different equity sectors and bonds.
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