The Financial Storm Continues for Institutional Investors

The Financial Storm Continues for Institutional Investors

September 23, 2008 - 1:30 PM EDT

The turbulent market of a mere few months ago has reached a new highpoint. And as the heat continues to rise, some feel that a meltdown of the financial market may be closer than anticipated. The effects can be felt throughout the institutional investor community, as many look to sell their securities in favor of less risky investments.

With the federal government bailouts of some of the world’s leading financial institutions and the mounting fear and anxiety felt by investors globally, it is essential for institutional investors to have the latest information and insight in order to make sound portfolio decisions.

This webcast will discuss the issues facing U.S. and global investors as they navigate today’s changing and sometimes tumultuous investment landscape. Please join our Financial Research & Analysis Financial Sector senior analysts -- Zach Gast, Nathan Powell and Kevin Mixon -- as they discuss this exciting and evolving issue.

Key topics include:

• Impacts on the Broader Financial Sector, including the federal government’s response, counterparty risk and fair value accounting
• Status of the banking sector
• Trends and developments in the U.S. and Europe