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10 Tough Cybersecurity Questions Every CISO Must Answer
Nick Kramer sheds light on cybersecurity questions every CISO must answer in this CSO article. He says CISOs
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How Bob’s, Ikea are bucking the trend of furniture retail stagnation
Matt Katz details how leading furniture retailers are thinking about industry stagnation in this Retail Dive article. Home
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‘Flow’ Insurance Platforms Drive Growth
Brian Nordyke and John Rodgers demonstrate how ‘flow’ platforms drive growth in commercial lines in this Insurance Thought
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Top Commercial, Personal Insurance Trends Shaping 2025
Brian Nordyke and John Rodgers highlight key 2025 insurance trends in this PC360 article. Now that 2025
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Luxury Gets Top Dollar in Wall Street Rush to Safety
Investors are seeking out safer bets in the retail space. Matt Katz discussed shifts he has seen in the marketplace in “Luxury Gets Top Dollar in Wall Street Rush to Safety” in WWD.
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Why More Retailers are Introducing New Rounds of Layoffs
Layoffs persist in retail as many companies look to lower costs. Managing Partner Matt Katz shared his thoughts on the current state of retail in “Why More Retailers are Introducing New Rounds of Layoffs” for Modern Retail.
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Fashion Stocks Seek Redemption After Wall Street Fallout
Buzzy fashion stocks had a tough year. Matt Katz was featured in “Fashion Stocks Seek Redemption After Wall Street Fallout” in WWD about the road ahead.
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Inflation Perplexes Holiday Sales Analysts, Muddying Forecasts for 2023
Analysts are struggling to secure consistent holiday sales figures, creating uncertainty in the retail world for the year ahead. Matt Katz was featured in “Inflation Perplexes Holiday Sales Analysts, Muddying Forecasts for 2023” in Bloomberg News about how retail forecasting has changed in recent years.
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How ABC Carpet & Home is Reinventing Itself After Bankruptcy
ABC Carpet & Home is reinventing itself after filing for bankruptcy. Matt Katz was featured in “How ABC Carpet & Home is Reinventing Itself After Bankruptcy” in Modern Retail looking at how the company can leverage its strong reputation as it re-grows the business with a digital-driven strategy.
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On Thin Ice: A Closer Look at Banking in 2024
In some economic circles, there is an overall sense of stability and comfort in the banking sector at the beginning of 2024. However, as we examine the 2023 financial results for banks, we are struck by the picture that appears.
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Meet Our Newest Teammates!
Welcome New Hires! We are excited to welcome new faces and capabilities to SSA & Company! Get to
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Banks Will Double Down on Cost Controls as Risks Mount
Banks have entered a period of increased uncertainty over the last few months. Notation agencies like Fitch have already started to review ratings, and countless banks are either downgraded or being considered for a downgrade. No one is spared, neither small banks nor large banks.
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How Big-Box Retailers are Revamping Their Store Formats
Retailers continue to rethink brick-and-mortar store formats as post-pandemic shopping trends evolve. Matt Katz was featured in How Big-Box Retailers are Revamping Their Store Formats in Modern Retail about the different strategies being implemented to meet new customer habits.
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