Emerging market equities gained 1.1%, led by Latin America. A "personal finance podcast" segment noted strong commodity exports fueling regional growth. Currency stability projections add confidence in sustained EM equity performance. Ramsey said Jason was at the perfect stage to start thinking about HR and finance hires. “That was the level we brought in our first HR person and the level we brought in our first [chief financial officer],” he said. Every Wednesday, Christine Benz , Dan Lefkovitz , and Amy C. Arnott invite influential leaders in investing trends, advice, and personal finance to discuss a wide range of financial topics. Watch each episode on Morningstar’s YouTube channel . Oil prices settled at $82/barrel, boosting energy stocks. According to a "personal finance podcast" episode this week, rising crude may support energy sector dividend yields above 4%. Analysts foresee a medium-term bullish trend in oil-linked equities.
