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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.
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US Energy and Financial Sectors Support Stocks, Fed and ECB May Hike Rates This Week
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U.S. equity gains led global regions last week with support from energy and financial companies. Futures trading indicates 0.25% hikes from the Fed and ECB.
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Global Stocks Rise on US Jobs and Debt Ceiling Agreement, Central Banks in Australia and Canada to Meet
The U.S. added jobs well beyond expectations, though unemployment rose. Central banks in Australia and Canada are expected to stand pat on rates.
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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.
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Debt Ceiling Deal: What It Is, What’s Next and What It Means for Investors
While investors likely have been expecting a debt-ceiling deal to avoid a potential U.S. default, some complicated steps remain.
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How the US Debt Ceiling Crisis May Impact Markets and the Economy
No deal on the debt ceiling may spark volatility and drag down economic growth.