Lev Marcus
Research Analyst
As a Research Analyst, Lev works to improve Merriman’s core investment solutions using an evidenced based approach. Lev spends his days researching specific topics, performing custom client analyses, preparing client materials and improving automated systems. Before joining Merriman, Lev gained experience at Parametric Portfolio Associates a quantitative asset management firm.
Lev has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington where he studied physics and astronomy. While at UW Lev competed in pole vault and is still active in the community around Seattle, coaching at high schools and local camps.
Lev is currently a 2021 CFA Level II candidate and hopes to complete his CFA designation in the future.
Thinking Through Cryptocurrencies | Part 2
It seems like everyone nowadays is talking about cryptocurrencies. Whether it’s the proselytizers on CNBC or the techie next door, it feels as if everyone is either talking about or buying into this next big thing. Learn more about this hot topic in the second installment of this three-part series.
Thinking Through Cryptocurrencies | Part 1
It seems like everyone nowadays is talking about cryptocurrencies. Whether it’s the proselytizers on CNBC or the techie next door, it feels as if everyone is either talking about or buying into this next big thing. Learn more about this hot topic in the first installment of this three-part series.
The Role of Bonds
The main function of bonds in a portfolio is downside protection. Despite the lower expected returns for bonds going forward, it is important to understand the characteristics of bonds and why we own them.
