As we reflect on the first half of 2024, it's clear that our commitment to disciplined, long-term equity investing has once again proven its worth. At Quantum, we remain resolute in our belief that attempting to predict the unpredictable—whether it's the economy or market fluctuations—is a futile endeavor….

It’s no secret that over the last decade, the S&P 500 stock index has outperformed the other major asset classes. Did your equity portfolio fall somewhere in between? If it maintained a balanced blend of stocks across global markets, that's likely the case, and it's indicative of a successful outcome. Here's why.

Senior business leaders are often so busy managing the demands of their jobs that they risk missing out on opportunities to maximize their finances. Executive compensation and benefits packages can be extremely complicated and frequently require additional time and expertise to understand.

It used to be a common playground slight: “You throw like a girl!” The activity might have been running, shooting a basketball, or some other pursuit—but regardless of context, being told you did it “like a girl” was never intended as a compliment.

Let me introduce you to Sam (not his real name). Sam has lived in the community his whole life, and over the years, he has built a solid reputation as well as a thriving construction company. Sam knows everybody, from the people behind the counter at the local builder’s supply store to the officers of the local banks.

One of the greatest vulnerabilities that women face is the lack of financial stability. This can be the result of a lack of knowledge, not simply the lack of assets. After all, “knowledge is power,” so whether you are widowed or still happily married, now is the time to empower yourself by learning the specifics of your family’s financial situation.

The year 2023 proved to be a pivotal one for our Investment Committee, marking a transition from the foundational year of Quantum's launch in 2022 to a year dedicated to innovation aligned with our company's mission and vision statement.