The coronavirus (COVID-19) and the fear of a global virus may be new to all of us, but the increased market volatility and the fear that comes with losing money …
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As China struggles with short-term growth impacts from COVID-19 and ongoing tariff headwinds, the U.S.’s relatively smaller exposure to Asia has positioned it for an upside surprise. Meanwhile, global central …
Continue reading “What is driving our outlook for less-risky risk assets? Viewpoints, March 2020”
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We are moderately overweight risk as we prepare to enter 2020, as the global economy shows signs of stabilization after an episode of mid-year weakness. We expect markets to focus …
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We see a number of positive factors spurring economic growth, including global stabilization, a positive October jobs report, and guarded optimism over U.S.- China trade talks. What else is driving …
Continue reading “Reduced Recession Risk: Viewpoints, December 2019”
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We expect geopolitical risks to weigh on investor sentiment and contribute to continued volatility, leading us to move toward less-risky risk assets. How will the uncertainty affect the economy – …
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Although the economy’s “goldilocks” underpinnings are currently at risk due to the ongoing tariff tussle, it has been an excellent year in financial markets. Potential risk factors include a potential …
Continue reading “The Fed and Trade: Viewpoints October, 2019”
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Each summer we review our capital markets assumptions which results in an updated 5-year investment outlook and renewed 5-year investment themes. What current developments – and longer-term trends – do …
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In the current low-rate environment of subdued inflation, interest-rate-sensitive assets such as global real estate and listed infrastructure continue to appeal. Meanwhile, global growth is set to fall a bit …
Continue reading “Avoiding the Dip: Viewpoints August, 2019”
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Global growth prospects are hindered by trade tensions, but we expect reductions in U.S. interest rates to soften the blow and keep risk assets attractive. Along with U.S. equities, real …
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