The Takeaway: Why 2013 predictions don’t mean squat

PORTFOLIO

Here we go with the S&P predictions for 2013. Aside from jamming a fork in your ear, here’s a productive way to endure them. (The Reformed Broker)

Why Goldman’s Jan Hatzius sees an economic growth cycle starting in the second half of 2013. (Business Insider)

If you can ignore headlines and all concerns about fundamentals and systemic risk, then European stocks look pretty awesome right now. (All Star Charts)

There’s nothing wrong with making recession forecasts, except that it literally cannot be done. But no, please, go right ahead and continue… (Alhambra Investment Partners)

THE BIZ

The 15 best money management firms to work at. (Pensions & Investments)

Here are the most interesting gifts advisers are giving to their clients this holiday season (and no, “better performance” isn’t on the list). (Investment News)

Fidelity files intentions to launch a series of active ETFs. (ETFTrends)

How will Morgan Stanley’s new comp model affect the rest of the industry? (Financial Planning)

OUTLIERS

Please tell me this is not actually going to happen: (Telegraph)

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