Current Research and Commentary

Brian Wesbury is Cief Economist at First Trust Advisors L.P. He regularly posts interest articles about the market and the economy that you may find interesting

Strategas – a Baird Companyprovides Market Strategy and timely perspective to help you better understand what’s happening in the world today and what it means for your portfolio and plans. These premier insights combine investment strategy, macroeconomic perspective, government policy research, technical analysis and a deep understanding of the fixed income and equity markets. This comprehensive Market Strategy complements and enhances our investment and planning solutions for you.

Ross Mayfield is an Investment Strategy on Baird’s Research team. He is a CFA® professional who works closely with financial advisors to educate clients about the economy and markets. In addition, he creates investment strategy content aimed at helping clients achieve their long-term financial goals. 

Ross holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of Kentucky and earned his MBA from the University of Louisville. Prior to Baird, Ross was an ETF Analyst, and then a Research Analyst at Hilliard Lyons, which was acquired by Baird in 2019. In these roles, he covered a broad range of subjects, from investment product analysis to individual equity research.

A Louisville native, Ross serves as Secretary on the board of the CFA Society Louisville.

Ross Mayfield, CFA is an Investment Strategy Analyst for Baird.  He puts together a monthly article on the markets and the latest market news.