Recent News and Insights
Market Commentary: August 27, 2026
The hype in Artificial Intelligence (AI), what many say, is a modern-day gold rush, is amassing trillions of dollars of investment. A recent UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) report projects the global AI market will grow from $189 billion in 2023 to $4.8 trillion by 2033; massive gains and insatiable demand is being seen in all corners of the industry.
Why the Treasury market’s newfound calm could break down in September
MarketWatch - Hank Smith, Director and Head of Investment Strategy, was quoted in a [...]
Hank Smith welcomes Ana Welsh, workplace dynamics strategist, leadership coach, speaker and lecturer at The Wharton School, for a conversation about the skills that make workers indispensable in today’s workplace.
Hank Smith welcomes Ana Welsh, workplace dynamics strategist, leadership coach, speaker and lecturer at The Wharton School, for a conversation about the skills that make workers indispensable in today’s workplace.
Hank Smith welcomes Tom Burgoyne, entertainer, author, public speaker, and best known as the Phillie Phanatic’s “best friend,” for a conversation about leading with love, finding your passion and tales of Philly’s favorite mascot.
Hank Smith welcomes Dr. Americus Reed, the Whitney M. Young Jr. Professor of Marketing at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School, for a conversation about the intersection of marketing, brand identity and the economy.
Hank Smith welcomes Tom Kehoe, Founder and President of Yards Brewing Company, for an engaging conversation about entrepreneurship, navigating market changes and competition, and building community.
Hank Smith hands over the mic to Tim Hoyle, Haverford’s Chief Investment Officer, for a discussion with Dan Clifton, Partner and Head of Washington Policy Research for Strategas Securities, on the government policies that may impact the economy and financial markets in 2026.
Hank Smith welcomes Joe McLaughlin, Chairman and CEO of the Haverford Trust Company, on this episode of Speaking of Quality to share his 2025 reflections and 2026 outlook for Haverford Trust.
Hank Smith is joined by a panel of experts from The Haverford Trust Company on this episode of Speaking of Quality to discuss the 2026 Economic and Market Outlook, looking back at trends from 2025 and sharing predictions for the year ahead.


