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MarketScape: A Touch of Over-Optimism with Equities Globally
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Global equities have performed well over the past month, but we think over-optimism on U.S. earnings growth in the coming years along with challenging economies in Europe and China merit caution by investors. Chief Investment Strategist for North America Chris Shipley describes how we’re positioned for this market.
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MarketScape: How Imbalance in a Niche Private Equity Market May Spur Opportunity
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The difficult public bond and equity markets last year have created an imbalance this year in the private equity secondary market, where private equity holdings are bought and sold. Managing Director of 50 South Capital Bob Morgan explains how a buyers’ market has developed
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MarketScape: Why Diversification Is at Risk
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Inflation has driven up stock and bond correlations and fewer companies are influencing returns in equity indexes. CIO of Global Equities Michael Hunstad, Ph.D., analyzes how this complicates investors’ diversification efforts.
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MarketScape: September Rate Hike? Fed Doesn’t Close Doors
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After announcing a widely anticipated rate hike of a quarter point on Wednesday, the Fed keeps the market guessing about a September decision. Head of Global Macro for Global Fixed Income Antulio Bomfim, Ph.D., analyzes how the Fed may make its decision and explains what investors should watch for.
Policy and Regulatory Commentary
MarketScape: U.S. Debt Ceiling Deal: Signs of Stability for Investors
While complications still may arise, we expect Congress to enact the debt ceiling agreement in time to avoid a potential default. Head of Global Macro for Global Fixed Income Antulio Bomfim, Ph.D., analyzes the market reaction to the deal and some risks that remain.
Macroeconomic & Geopolitical
MarketScape: What if the U.S. Defaults? And Other Debt Ceiling Scenarios
Chief Investment Officer for Global Fixed Income Thomas Swaney outlines how various scenarios may impact investors.