Jeff Benjamin

Jeff Benjamin is a senior columnist who primarily writes about investments and practice management as they relate to the wealth management industry. In addition to news and opinion writing, Jeff also does regular video interviews and is the co-host of The InvestmentNews Podcast, a weekly show that takes listeners behind the scenes of our coverage. He joined InvestmentNews in 2000. Prior to InvestmentNews, Jeff’s career included working as an analyst at Cerulli Associates, and as a reporter for Dow Jones Newswires. Jeff is based in North Carolina and when he isn’t working, he can usually be found playing golf or fishing. Jeff is a former Marine and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Central Michigan University.

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EQUITIES JAN 11, 2011
Health stocks earn good prognosis from analysts

Investment opportunities in the health care sector have begun to take shape following the passage of the sweeping reform legislation last week.

FIXED INCOME JAN 06, 2011
Panic in muni market signals a time to buy: Thornburg PM

The recent wave of panic sweeping across the municipal bond market is creating buying opportunities for professional money managers, according to Josh Gonze, manager of the $4 billion Thornburg Limited Term Municipal Bond Fund Ticker:(LTMIX).

ALTERNATIVES JAN 06, 2011
Genworth to hike alternatives offerings with Altegris buy

Genworth Financial announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire alternative-investments platform Altegris Advisors LLC for approximately $35 million.

Philip Tasho: Go large in 2011
EQUITIES JAN 04, 2011
Philip Tasho: Go large in 2011

A recovering economy is laying the foundation for a rally in large-cap stocks, according to Philip Tasho, chief executive and chief investment offer at Tamro Capital Partners LLC, a $1.3 billion asset management firm.

Dow to hit all-time year next year? Odds look good
EQUITIES JAN 04, 2011
Dow to hit all-time year next year? Odds look good

Yes, the Dow will top 14,440 next year -- if the past is any guide. In fact, historical trading patterns indicate that a record run-up in the market is almost inevitable. Your move.

RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 03, 2011
'Logistics issues' force NAPFA to relocate annual conference

The National Association of Personal Financial Advisors is moving its May national conference to Salt Lake City from Las Vegas, where it was originally scheduled.

EQUITIES JAN 02, 2011
Improved consumer spending seen fueling expansion

The U.S. consumer will likely be a force to be reckoned with in 2011.

EQUITIES DEC 30, 2010
Nearly 100 takeover targets for 2011, Morningstar says

Nimble investors could jump on some attractive acquisition candidates ahead of the unfolding 2011 takeover wave, according to the latest research from Morningstar Inc.

Money managers see stocks rising in 2011: Russell
RIA NEWS DEC 28, 2010
Money managers see stocks rising in 2011: Russell

Money managers expect stocks continue their strong run in 2011, according to a survey being released tomorrow.

Encompass' Gissen gaga for global resources
RIA NEWS DEC 28, 2010
Encompass' Gissen gaga for global resources

Investments in cross-border commodities, energy fueled 137% return last year