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BRIDGES INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT MARKET COMMENTARY Q2 2023
As we approach the second half of 2023, it’s hard not to notice the current state of the market and the significant growth it has experienced. However, despite the uplifting […]
The Essential Role of a Corporate Trustee in Estate Planning
In our daily lives, despite continuous efforts to ensure financial security, sometimes it becomes daunting to deal with complex financial matters such as organizing assets, planning for the future, and […]
2023 BERKSHIRE ANNUAL MEETING COMMENTARY
Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting incited an assessment of the company’s present strategy and future potential. Despite a cumulative return of 3,787,464% under Buffett’s tenure as reported in his annual letter […]
BRIDGES INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT MARKET COMMENTARY Q1 2023
A lot has happened in three months, but our conclusion remains the same. We have subdued expectations and a defensive posture. For a comprehensive analysis of our thoughts and observations, […]
BRIDGES INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT MARKET COMMENTARY Q4 2022
While our expected returns have improved from their 2021 lows, we’re entering 2023 with modest expectations and a defensive posture. We believe a recession is likely and has yet to […]
BRIDGES INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT MARKET COMMENTARY Q2 2022
Capital markets are wrestling with higher inflation, higher rates and the risk of a recession. Where will rates settle and how likely is a recession? Read more in our most […]
BRIDGES INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT MARKET COMMENTARY MAY 2022
The S&P 500 has had its worst start to the year since 1939. Inflation and the prospect of meaningfully higher interest rates have spurred a violent repricing of risk assets. […]
2022 BERKSHIRE ANNUAL MEETING COMMENTARY
Second-guessing Warren Buffett’s capital allocation decisions never struck us as a great use of time. We humans are an opinionated lot, prone to backseat driving and armchair quarterbacking, especially towards […]