Viewpoints from Manulife Investment Management
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Midyear 2025 global macro outlook: what’s changed and what hasn’t
What a difference six months can make. More forceful-than-expected government policy decisions have overtaken some of our early 2025 views, but others have only been validated and reinforced.
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Macro meets markets: 5 investable themes to watch
In an increasingly uncertain macroeconomic landscape, our global macro team explores five of their latest high-conviction themes and some potential implications for multi-asset investors.
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Staying patient and positioned for opportunity in the bond market
Bonds can still offer essential diversification benefits even when interest rates are volatile, but active management is crucial for navigating uncertain markets effectively.
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Riding the wave: building resilience amid volatility
The threat of escalating tariffs is fast becoming a reality, sparking wild swings in the financial markets. How should investors approach the markets? Read more.
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Navigating 2025: cautious steps in a dynamic market
With slower Fed rate cuts and the U.S. dollar's recent rally, is prudence the right approach for 2025?
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Here come the tariffs: why it’s too soon to draw conclusions
The recent announcement of U.S. tariffs on key global trade partners has perhaps raised more questions than it answered.
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Assessing investment risk through the lens of longevity risk
Overly conservative investment choices may introduce unintended risks to optimal retirement outcomes. Sound financial advice and plan sponsor communication are crucial in highlighting potential pitfalls.
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2025 fixed-income outlook: getting ahead of a steepening yield curve
As fixed-income yields remain elevated despite the Fed's shift to accommodative policy, we explore what this means for investors.
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Asset allocation views: a variable growth outlook
Latest asset allocation views from the Multi-Asset Solutions Team at Manulife Investment Management.
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Women’s retirement planning: invest in your future self
Women face unique challenges when it comes to retirement planning. With longer average life spans, they're often more at risk of not meeting their retirement income targets. We take a closer look at the extent to which a longer life span may affect other factors that are critical to women’s retirement readiness.
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