Alera Group Insights

Perspectives from our thought leaders and experts across the country.

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Wealth Services

Weekly Market Update

The stock market experienced solid gains last week, concluding the trading week on a positive note, thanks to robust corporate reports and favorable inflation news; this propelled the S&P 500 Index to achieve a new record high at the end of the week.

February 12, 2024

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Wealth Services

Monthly Market and Economic Update

Read about the latest insights on the market and economy from our Director of Investments, Bob Janson.

February 7, 2024

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Employee Benefits

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Rising pharmacy costs are among the chief drivers of healthcare expenses for employers and employees, thanks largely to a surge in use of drugs you’ve seen advertised in those ubiquitous commercials. Given the cost of such drugs and their mixed record of success, employers and employees should exercise caution.

February 6, 2024

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Wealth Services

Weekly Market Update

Stocks pushed higher last week as investors cheered mega-cap tech corporate reports and a better-than-expected employment report.

February 5, 2024

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Property and Casualty

Commercial Property Insurance: Navigating a Tough Market

While Property Insurance remains a tough market characterized by unfavorable rates, stringent underwriting and limited capacity, the good news is that organizations can adopt strategies to enhance their marketability.

January 30, 2024

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Wealth Services

Weekly Market Update

Stocks continued their upward climb last week as excitement around big tech continued; positive economic reports stoked investors’ belief that the Federal Reserve has pulled off a soft landing.

January 29, 2024

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Property and Casualty

Tough Times Get Tougher for Commercial Auto Insurance

Myriad elements have combined to affect today’s Commercial Auto Insurance market, ranging from increasingly extreme weather to the number of cars on the roads. These factors have created one inevitable conclusion: Commercial Auto pricing will again increase by double digits in 2024.

January 24, 2024

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Wealth Services

Weekly Market Update

Stocks finished higher last week, with big tech again leading amid lingering uncertainty over how continued economic strength would influence the Fed’s rate decision.

January 22, 2024

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Wealth Services

January is Financial Wellness Month

January is Financial Wellness Month, a time to remind people to make arrangements for their financial strategy.

January 19, 2024

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