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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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Why global government bond yields have risen
Government bond yields have been rising across the globe since markets returned to risk-on mode following early April’s surge in market volatility. We explore what’s driving yields higher and consider the implications for fixed-income investors.
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Navigating market volatility amid U.S. tariff changes
Recent changes in U.S. tariffs have introduced new dynamics to the global market landscape, presenting both challenges and opportunities for investors. We’ll help you understand these developments and make informed investment decisions in this volatile environment.
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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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What is stagflation, and how likely is it?
Tariff-related trade tensions have reignited worries about stagflation, a challenging economic brew of high inflation, weak growth, and high unemployment. Stagflation can lead to weakness in both equity and fixed-income markets, and is challenging for central banks to address.
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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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What investors need to know about today’s market volatility and the VIX
The first step toward dealing with market volatility is to understand what it is and how it can affect your portfolio. We explore the recent spike in tariff-driven volatility and an index informally knows as the market’s fear gauge.
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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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U.S. stocks falter, overseas stocks rally: start of a tectonic shift?
Last week's outperformance by non-U.S. stocks has many investors wondering if a new market trend has begun.
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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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