Dashboard Investments Portfolio Insight Fund Compare Viewpoints Resources About us Non-U.S. investors LOG IN Viewpoints by John P. Bryson, Head of Investment Consulting at John Hancock Investment Management John leads the firm's investment consulting team, which is responsible for initiatives and businesses, including portfolio consulting, product channel consulting, exchange-traded fund capital markets, education savings, and stable value. He's a member of the John Hancock investment committee and the John Hancock 529 investment oversight committee, and he serves as chairman of the John Hancock pension and 401(k) investment subcommittee. Prior to joining the firm in 2008, he held product management and development positions at Fidelity Investments in the intermediary and defined contribution business units. Other previous roles include client service, investment training, and product specialist positions at New England Funds and Putnam Investments. John earned a B.S. in Finance and an M.B.A. from Boston College. Filter posts by asset managers and topics. Select Asset Manager Asset Managers Select Topic Category Categories Portfolio Intelligence podcast: what P/E ratios are saying about stocks Our strategists discuss current stock valuations and why overall market price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios have been steady due to strong earnings growth. Read more November 22, 2021 John P. Bryson, Head of Investment Consulting John Hancock Investment Management Portfolio Intelligence podcast: investing in the environmental megatrend Global environmental change is one of the strongest factors driving interest in sustainable investing. Read more November 16, 2021 John P. Bryson, Head of Investment Consulting John Hancock Investment Management Portfolio Intelligence podcast: is inflation here to stay? The inflation rate has been running hot lately as supply chain delays and shortages are affecting the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Read more October 27, 2021 John P. Bryson, Head of Investment Consulting John Hancock Investment Management Portfolio Intelligence podcast: how advisors are using technology to help clients Smart use of technology and social media is critical for investment professionals to help clients and grow business. Hear from Brendan Barca, who teaches advisors how to seamlessly enter the digital age. Read more October 12, 2021 John P. Bryson, Head of Investment Consulting John Hancock Investment Management Portfolio Intelligence podcast: debunking four fixed‐income investing myths Co-Chief Investment Strategists Emily R. Roland, CIMA, and Matthew D. Miskin, CFA, join John Bryson to take a close look at the global bond markets and zero in on some false narratives they’re seeing again and again. Read more September 27, 2021 John P. Bryson, Head of Investment Consulting John Hancock Investment Management Portfolio Intelligence podcast: ESG investment strategies for today Two portfolio managers join the podcast to discuss ESG investment strategy. Read more September 14, 2021 John P. Bryson, Head of Investment Consulting John Hancock Investment Management Portfolio intelligence podcast: don't fumble the FAFSA Host John Bryson interviews financial aid expert Mark Kantrowitz, who offers some timely wisdom for families with students seeking financial aid. Read more August 24, 2021 John P. Bryson, Head of Investment Consulting John Hancock Investment Management Portfolio Intelligence podcast: midcycle investing for the second half of 2021 Co-Chief Investment Strategists Matthew D. Miskin, CFA, and Emily R. Roland, CIMA, provide their take on the economy and markets so far in 2021, and their outlook on what the rest of the year may hold for investors. Read more July 14, 2021 John P. Bryson, Head of Investment Consulting John Hancock Investment Management Portfolio Intelligence podcast: why advisors use asset allocation models We share our insight on the rise of asset allocation model portfolios and how new technology is changing the way financial professionals work with clients. Read more June 29, 2021 John P. Bryson, Head of Investment Consulting John Hancock Investment Management Portfolio Intelligence podcast: growth or value in the global equities market? Co-Chief Investment Strategists Emily R. Roland, CIMA, and Matthew D. Miskin, CFA, share where they are seeing the most attractive opportunities now in the global equities market. Read more June 04, 2021 John P. Bryson, Head of Investment Consulting John Hancock Investment Management 1 2 Next Explore the latest thinking from our network Sign up to get market insight and analysis delivered straight to your inbox. 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