Kenneth Silber, Research

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Kenneth Silber, Research

Kenneth Silber is a senior editor at Research magazine. His work on science, economics and history has appeared in a variety of publications, including The Wall Street Journal and The New York Post. He has appeared frequently on the Gabe Wisdom Show on the Business Talk Radio Network.

• Post-Tea Party

  By Kenneth Silber, Research  |  February 24, 2012

  The Tea Party movement burst onto the political scene three years ago.

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  The Warren Effect

  By Kenneth Silber, Research  |  February 1, 2012

  Elizabeth Warren presents a conundrum for Wall Street. She is a forceful, well-prepared critic of the financial industry.

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  Target: Wall Street

  By Kenneth Silber, Research  |  December 26, 2011

  The question is not whether the financial industry will encounter a volatile and difficult political climate this election year. The question is just how tough that climate will be.

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  2011 Advisor Hall of Fame; Experts Assess 2012: December Research—Slideshow

  By Kenneth Silber, Research  |  November 22, 2011

  The December issue of Research magazine showcases the 2011 Advisor Hall of Fame. Now in its 21st year, this annual feature is a benchmark of excellence in the industry. Another highlight: the Research Roundtable looks ahead to 2012. This expert panel convenes annually to assess how market developments will play...

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  Retirement Dreams Evolve; Mentors Matter: November Research—Slideshow

  By Kenneth Silber, Research  |  October 25, 2011

  In Research’s November cover story, Ellen Uzelac examines how clients' hopes and expectations for their later years have changed rapidly — and how advisors can make the most of these challenges. Also in the issue: “Making the Most of a Mentor” and "A Lost Decade for Advisors?” discusses...

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  New Wave of Active ETFs; Richard Thaler Rethinks Retirement: October Research—Slideshow

  By Kenneth Silber, Research  |  September 29, 2011

  Research’s October cover story reports that the fast-changing field of ETFs is heading for a new watershed: the rise of actively managed funds. Also in the issue, Gerald Burstyn examines the work of economist Richard Thaler, who is using the insights of behavorial psychology to aid retirement income decision-making.

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  Wall St. on 9/11 and Future Crises; Innovative Philanthropy; Retirement’s Real Costs: September Research—Slideshow

  By Kenneth Silber, Research  |  September 16, 2011

  In September’s Research cover story ('Wall Street at War'), Senior Editor Ken Silber looks back at 9/11 and ahead to future crises, Annuity Analytics columnist Moshe Milevsky analyzes what retirement really costs, Contributing Editor Ellen Uzelac examines the cutting edge of philanthropy, and more.

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  Wall Street at War

  By Kenneth Silber, Research  |  September 1, 2011

  A decade ago, the financial industry acquitted itself well in confronting a terrorist attack. Such resilience is needed more than ever in today’s and future challenges.

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  Fiduciary Matters

  By Kenneth Silber, Research  |  July 1, 2011

• Morningstar Confab Puts Focus on TIPs, Munis, Commodities & Ratings

  By Kenneth Silber, Research  |  July 1, 2011