Last Week at a Glance
Equity markets were mixed last week despite US macro data coming in above expectations and recent Chinese stimulus…
No, we do not expect Japanese mid-/large-cap equities to outperform their global peers despite some supportive factors, such as Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) reforms and inflows from security investment schemes.
Equity markets were mixed last week despite US macro data coming in above expectations and recent Chinese stimulus announcements, which boosted sentiment for local assets.
With the global economy showing signs of cooling and Chinese economic momentum remaining weak, the outlook for Asian markets is increasingly mixed.
Yes, investors should diversify in a risk-controlled manner, as mega-cap tech stocks have delivered exceptional fundamentals but are expensive and represent an outsized share of the equity markets.
The Federal Reserve has reduced the target range for the federal funds rate by 50 basis points (bps) to 4.75%–5.00%, the first reduction in over four years.
Yes, we believe that private investment in climate solutions would continue apace in a second Trump administration, given strong demand for clean energy, supportive and resilient US government policies, and robust investment opportunities that will continue to be attractive to many investors.
Investors can simplify net zero implementation by prioritizing practical and pragmatic steps towards real world emissions reduction. We provide both a feasible pathway to climate impact for investors with a mature portfolio and a template for building a net zero portfolio from scratch.
Markets have been jittery as the US presidential election approaches. The macro backdrop is shifting, with slowing economic growth and ebbing inflation meaning a cycle of monetary easing beckons. At the same time, elevated valuations for a variety of assets are causing investors to reconsider narratives around themes, such as AI investment, and consider asset allocation tweaks. Investors should resist positioning portfolios for any one political outcome and remember that increased market volatility around elections is common. In the following report, we discuss our views on five common election-related narratives in the marketplace today.
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No, Federal Reserve rate cuts alone are unlikely to trigger sustained outperformance for Chinese equities.
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