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Policy and Regulatory Commentary
Investment Strategy Commentary: The X Factor: Evaluating the U.S. Debt Ceiling
A contentious debt ceiling showdown will likely trigger some elevated volatility, but ultimately we expect the U.S. will avert a default.
Market Outlooks
Weekly Market Update: Global Equities Rise on Central Bank Meetings, Australia May Hike Rate This Week
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The ECB, Fed and Bank of England all increased their rates last week. The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to raise rate by 0.25%.
Market Outlooks
MarketScape: Why the Fed and Investors See Rate Path Differently
Investors see a Fed rate cut in 2023. The Fed doesn’t. Head of Global Macro Antulio Bomfim analyzes the clash of views between the Fed and investors, and what could resolve it.
Market Outlooks
Weekly Investment Commentary: Add structure to your portfolio
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In the near term, for clients and their portfolios, the best offense is a good defense and defensive positioning across equities, including in U.S. public infrastructure.
Fixed Income Insights
Weekly Fixed Income Commentary: Mixed economic data boost Treasury yields
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U.S. Treasury yields rose as economic data mostly beat expectations.
Market Outlooks
Weekly Investment Commentary: Emerging investment opportunities
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So far in 2023, returns for both emerging markets debt and equity have outperformed their peers in the U.S. thanks to a collection of tailwinds, including an accelerated reopening of China; improved risk sentiment toward credit and a weaker U.S. dollar.
Market Outlooks
MarketScape: Why January's Rise May Mask a Riskier Reality
January has all the hallmarks of a classic “junk rally”. Chief Investment Officer of Global Equities Mike Hunstad, Ph.D., reminds investors that some rallies during times of economic stress may not be what they seem.