The pandemic has upended the rental market, which could get worse with the end of federal stimulus. But it’s also creating new opportunities in some locales

As the coronavirus pandemic forced millions of Americans to spend more time indoors than they ever anticipated, golf is one pastime that has seen a renaissance beginning in 2020 and continuing well into 2021.

Can Capitalism Really Be “For Humanity?”

Attracting talent is one thing—retaining it is another. In a historically tight labor market, companies and communities need to be creative to hire the best and the brightest.

In 2003, Congress designated April financial literacy month, with the goal of emphasizing the importance of economic and financial education. And while progress has been made, there is still more work to be done, according to Warren Stephens, President, CEO, and Chairman of Stephens Inc.

Stephens Inc. has donated $50,000 to Economics Arkansas and will work with the non-profit to create an education program focused on capitalism. The program will is serve more than 31,000 students and teachers throughout the state during the 2018-19 school year.

“This Is Capitalism” defines capitalism through the stories of individuals whose business success embodies the spirit of the American dream. The multimedia platform includes original films, articles, and podcasts.

Curt Bradbury, chief operating officer of Stephens Inc., writes about how Jack Stephens changed not only Stephens Inc. but the entire banking industry in Arkansas. As Stephens’ second CEO, he led the rescue of Worthen, the state’s largest bank. Jack’s decision reflected his belief that Arkansas needed a vital banking system.

Throughout July, August, and September, we engaged in a significant amount of advisory and execution work for the companies we serve, while making time to host well-received industry events and launch new thought leadership initiatives. This edition also includes a diverse range of exclusive perspectives from some of our senior bankers.

Refunding Bonds, Series 2021 | $7,480,000 | 10/05/2021