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Could This Time Be Different?
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History suggests a sustained new bull market in stocks rarely starts from such expensive levels or before the economy bottoms, though some investors wonder if this time is different. In our Quarterly Market & Economic Report, we posit that at least a short and shallow recession will ensue as the economy slows further. Our models continue to call for caution and selectivity in public markets while positioning ourselves to take advantage of credit opportunities and scarcer capital in private markets.
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Balentine experts offer their authentic take on the latest financial topics, including our exclusive market publications, news, community events, and more.
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A Legacy of Growth
The Atlanta Business Chronicle honored Robert Balentine with the 2026 Ann Cramer Lifetime Achievement Award. This feature highlights Robert's legacy of growth: building a leading wealth management firm while advancing red spruce restoration through Southern Highlands Reserve.
Adrian Cronje Is a 2026 Georgia Titan 100 Honoree
This distinction celebrates visionary leadership and meaningful impact, recognizing Adrian’s commitment to excellence and placing him among an exceptional group of leaders shaping Georgia’s business community.
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A Healthy Consolidation
We explore our conviction that recent market performance points not to an end of momentum, but to a healthy consolidation across both public and private markets—one that reinforces the foundation for future opportunity. We reflect on performance throughout 2025, take a closer look at the fourth quarter, and share our perspective on the key risks and opportunities shaping 2026.
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