Warren Pierson on WealthTrack

Warren Pierson, co-CIO of Baird Advisors, talked with Consuelo Mack about the recent renewed interest in bonds and where the team is finding opportunities in the current market. Don't miss this timely discussion and insight-filled episode of WealthTrack.

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