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Research by Toward is a home for insights and original research that cut beyond the headlines. Here, we explore financial markets with an out-of-the-box perspective—questioning consensus, dissecting hidden dynamics, and uncovering the forces shaping

Barber Shop located in Ninth Ward, New Orleans, Louisiana, damaged by Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

Cat Bonds: When Markets Finance the Unpredictable

From interest rates to tornado risk 

a bitcoin sitting on top of a pile of gold nuggets

Bitcoin's Evolution From "Fringe" to Portfolio Fundamental

A tale of two "Stores of Value", generational gap and uncertainty

Art & Jewellery in Wealth Portfolios

Value, volatility, and the insurance wake-up call

Blue blocks spelling risk next to a magnifying glass.

Leveraged ETFs: Adrenaline... Followed by Disappointment

In recent months, we have observed an increase in communications regarding leveraged ETFs, particularly on social media.