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2021 Global Alternatives Outlook

Explore the most promising investment ideas across our global alternatives platform and learn why alternatives are no longer optional—but essential.

ALIGNING INVESTMENTS WITH VALUES

In a fast-changing world, sustainability is a growing concern for our clients. Many investors have twin goals: to generate returns, and to do so in a way that aligns with their values.

We are committed to incorporating the management of risks associated with environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors across our entire investment platform. For investors who want to express their values explicitly in their portfolios, we offer a broad range of sustainable investment capabilities.

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Guide to the Markets

The Guide to the Markets illustrates a comprehensive array of market and economic histories, trends and statistics through clear charts and graphs.

2021 Long-Term Capital Market Assumptions

Time-tested projections to help build stronger portfolios

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Eye on the Market

Eye on the Market offers timely commentary and views on the economy, markets, and investment portfolios from Michael Cembalest, Chairman of Market and Investment Strategy.

Global Asset Allocation Views 2Q21

Despite economic optimism, expressing a risk-on view is likely to be more nuanced in 2021. We favor cyclical equity regions and value as a style. Credit, especially high yield, is still our preferred fixed income asset.

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Global Equity Views 1Q21

While valuations are much higher and speculative activity is on the rise, our investors take comfort from powerful corporate profit growth and favorable comparisons with exceptionally low bond yields. Within markets, we recommend a balanced approach.

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Global Fixed Income Views 2Q21

Above Trend Growth is our base case (90%) given stimulus, accelerating vaccinations and likely strong growth. Our top picks: high yield bonds and leveraged loans for returns; European bank capital notes, securitized credit and emerging sovereign debt.

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Factor Views 1Q21

As equity markets hit record highs, the equity value and size factors got a boost, but equity momentum and quality factors plunged. Our outlook remains optimistic while we acknowledge that above-average returns may require a shift in market sentiment.

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