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At Mercer Advisors, Chief Investment Officer Don Calcagni and our investment leadership team share direct, evidence-based perspectives on market conditions, portfolio risks, and the investment decisions that can matter most for long-term wealth. These CIO insights are designed to cut through market noise and help clients understand what’s actually happening — and what, if anything, may warrant a response. Browse the articles and podcast episodes below for clear, disciplined guidance from our investment leadership.

Investment Management Podcast

Episode 40 – Diversify Broadly, Both Across and Within Global Asset Classes

Don Calcagni, Chief Investment Officer, explains why he pursues the broadest possible diversification in portfolios — and why it’s the second principle of the evidence-based investment philosophy at Mercer Advisors.

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Episode 39 – Financial Planning Is a Prerequisite to Successful Investing

Don Calcagni, Chief Investment Officer, breaks down why financial planning should be the essential first step to building, sustaining, and transferring wealth.

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Investment Management Podcast

Episode 38 – The Science of Investing

CIO Don Calcagni unpacks why active investing underperforms, why indexing is a smart start, and how factor investing can improve your long-term returns.

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Investment Management Podcast

Episode 37 – Navigating the Mega-IPOs

Mercer Advisors CIO Don Calcagni explains why most investors should resist IPO hype, stay diversified, and let index inclusion work for them over time.

Investment Management On-Demand Webinar

Q3 Market Outlook: Markets, Interest Rates, Inflation, and More

In this webinar, Mercer Advisors CIO covers inflation trends, AI’s economic role, interest rates, and long-term portfolio strategies.

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Market Commentary Article

The Fall of Gold, Silver, and Bitcoin in 2026: Insights from our CIO

Gold, silver, and Bitcoin have struggled in 2026. Their decline amid a period of inflation and geopolitical turmoil undercuts a key argument for these assets.

Market Commentary On-Demand Webinar

Q2 Market Outlook: Markets, Interest Rates, Inflation, and More

A market update on inflation, geopolitics, interest rates, and why diversification and investor discipline remain critical amid global uncertainty.

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Market Commentary Podcast

Episode 36 – Is a Crisis Brewing in Private Credit?

The private credit market has been in the headlines, with some investors souring on the asset class. Mercer Advisors VP of Portfolio Management David Krakauer dissects what’s happening in this market and why investors shouldn’t worry if they have the right approach to private credit.

Market Commentary Article

The Economic and Market Impact of the Iran War After One Month: Insights From Our CIO

The conflict is ongoing and rapidly evolving, but early evidence shows the extent of the economic impact

Market Commentary Article

Is There a Crisis Brewing in Private Credit?

VP of Portfolio Management David Krakauer analyzes why the current concerns about private credit may be overblown.

Market Commentary Article

The Stock Market Was Strong Entering the Turmoil of the Iran War

U.S. companies were well positioned heading into the current bout of international turmoil, according to their latest round of quarterly reports

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Market Commentary Article

Will War with Iran Push the U.S. into Recession?

The dramatic increase in oil prices has not thus far reached a level that would tip the U.S. economy into recession.

Market Commentary Article

The Case for Calm Amid War and Oil Crisis: Insights From Our CIO

Mercer Advisors CIO Don Calcagni explains why this is not a moment for bold portfolio moves.

Further Learning

Estate Planning Article

How To Keep Your Family Vacation Home in the Family

Passing down a family vacation home takes more than a will. Learn how trusts, LLCs, and honest conversations can keep your legacy property in the family.

Retirement Article

Catch-Up Contributions 2026: What’s New for Savers

SECURE 2.0 catch-up rules are in effect for 2026. New limits, a higher Roth threshold, and final IRS guidance change how older savers should plan.

Retirement Article

Medigap vs. Medicare Advantage: Your 2026 Medicare Options

Understand your 2026 Medicare choices, and compare Medigap and Medicare Advantage on cost, coverage, networks, and enrollment to make an informed decision.

Retirement Article

Connecting the Dots on Your Retirement Plan

Learn how a structured three-part approach to retirement income planning can help you protect the wealth you’ve built and achieve financial independence.

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