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Thrivent Financial for Lutherans reports revenues climb 6%

Chicago Tribune (courtesy of The Appleton Post-Crescent) – May 4, 2012

A growth strategy built around a slow and steady approach seems to be working for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

In wake of scandals, list highlights ethical firms

Reuters – March 15, 2012

The Ethisphere Institute's annual World's Most Ethical companies list, released on Thursday, found that 145 companies in countries including United States, Great Britain, Japan, Portugal and India stood out as setting a high standard for their employees' behavior. (Thrivent Financial for Lutherans named to World’s Most Ethical companies list.)

New J&J CEO must fix sullied image, integrate Synthes

Reuters – February 24, 2012

Johnson & Johnson's new CEO will need to take bold steps to help the giant healthcare company repair its reputation following costly product recalls and oversee its biggest acquisition ever. (Includes commentary from Thrivent Financial’s David Heupel.)

Turning offensive with stock selections

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel – February 19, 2012

Last year, investment analyst Travis Sell took shelter in food, personal care products and other defensive stocks with steady earnings and dividends. This year, he's gotten more aggressive. (Features Thrivent Senior Equity Analyst Travis Sell.)

Thrivent fund moves to resources from real estate

Marketwatch.com – January 3, 2012

The Thrivent Natural Resources Fund (TREFX) has a longer history than its three-month track record might indicate. (Feature article on the Thrivent Natural Resources Fund (TREFX)).