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2025 By the Numbers

It is once again that most joyous time of year where we step back to take time with our families, reflect on the accomplishments of the year that has passed and we, the authors, have the pleasure of writing another “By the Numbers” article. This year we saw the impact of tariffs, attempted and actual assassinations, hostage releases, space rescues, a Chicago Pope, airplane crashes, wildfires, wild swings in the market, a government shutdown, deportations, protests, and the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence that made 2025 one for the books.  Here are some numbers that help to tell that story: $18.81 Trillion – Dollars invested in ETFs globally. Assets have increased 26.7% year-to-date.1 $878 Billion – Dollar value of Elon Musk’s pay package at Tesla, approved by shareholders in November.  In order for Musk to realize the full amount, Tesla market capitalization must rise in value from $1.5 trillion to...

11.03.2021
Sustainable and Impact Investing Leader Phil Kirshman Joins Manchester Capital Management

Sustainable and Impact Investing Leader Phil Kirshman Joins Manchester Capital Management

for immediate release MONTECITO CA, NOV. 3 2021 – Manchester Capital Management is pleased to announce the addition of Phil Kirshman to their Montecito, CA office. Phil will be responsible for leading the Environmental, Social, and Governance impact investing efforts of the firm and supporting clients who want their portfolios to have a measurable social and environmental impact in addition to a positive financial return. With 35 years of financial management experience, Phil is a recognized leader in the sustainable and impact investing space. Prior to joining Manchester Capital, he held various leadership roles including Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer for Cornerstone Capital group where he led their investment advisory division. Most recently, Phil founded Impact Metropolis, a social media platform for impact investing ecosystems. Phil has earned both the Chartered Financial Analyst and Certified Financial Planner® designations. He holds B.A. in Philosophy and Legal Studies from the University of...