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Mid-Year Investment Outlook 2026
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Democrats won decisively on Tuesday. At time of writing, they appear to have gained about 44 House seats, for a majority of 259-176, and a Senate majority of about 55-45, with Mississippi's Senate race still too close to call. They won the popular vote by around 13 points and now hold 30 governorships, up from 24.
Democrats won decisively on Tuesday. At time of writing, they appear to have gained about 44 House seats, for a majority of 259-176, and a Senate majority of about 55-45, with Mississippi's Senate race still too close to call. They won the popular vote by around 13 points and now hold 30 governorships, up from 24.
AI financing risks, France’s fiscal pressures, and the Fed’s measured outlook put yields and diversification in focus—read our latest monthly views and perspectives (MVP) for key takeaways.
Discover how the Federal Reserve’s latest FOMC meeting impacts U.S. monetary policy, interest rates and inflation. Explore expert insights on economic outlook and what it means for investors.
Chinese AI models are gaining global share as affordability improves, reshaping how businesses choose tools and how revenue follows usage—read the key takeaways.
France’s unrest is amplifying fiscal and political stress, widening the OAT–Bund spread and weighing on French equities as markets watch budgets, ratings, and ECB signals—learn what to watch.
Neocloud selloff highlights AI financing risk as credit spreads widen, even with demand intact and bottlenecks shifting to power and construction—explore the key takeaways.
China’s third-quarter growth stabilized as exports and industry strengthened while consumption and property lagged, shaping risks for earnings and policy expectations—Read the key takeaways.
Discover how natural capital investments in timberland, farmland and other real assets offer diversification and sustainable returns for investors seeking alternatives to tech-driven markets.
U.S. midterms could reshape the policy path on fiscal, trade, and regulation, but markets may still hinge more on growth, inflation, and earnings—read the latest insights.
Mega-cap IPOs in 2026 show why private market access is crucial. Learn how companies like SpaceX and OpenAI impact market dynamics and your investment approach.
Learn how rising Treasury yields may pressure equities and what investors should watch as interest rates, inflation and Federal Reserve policy shape market performance. Explore the evolving connection between stocks and AI-driven market trends.
Discover how U.S. midterm elections impact equity markets, earnings growth and Federal Reserve policy. Explore expert insights on economic outlook and investment strategies for navigating market uncertainty.
Rising yields, lingering geopolitics, and shifting AI security risks are reshaping the outlook for stocks, bonds, and diversification as policy tightens—read our latest monthly views and perspectives (MVP) for key takeaways.
Explore how the AI theme is driving market trends. Learn about Growth vs Value performance, Russell 1000 index shifts and the impact of semiconductors and hyperscalers on investment strategies.
Curious about how higher interest rates affect private credit and fixed income investments? Explore expert insights on bond yields, portfolio strategies and the Federal Reserve’s influence on credit markets.
Get expert insights on the Federal Reserve’s September meeting, rate hikes and economic projections. Find out how global central banks, inflation and rising yields are influencing investment decisions.
The Fed leans hawkish with inflation still above target. Read the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting now.
AI labs are calling for a slowdown in model development, raising new questions for capex, adoption, and portfolio resilience—see what’s driving the discussion.
European equities gain momentum as earnings, margins, and sector participation improve, with infrastructure and energy themes driving new opportunities—see what’s fueling the shift.
Singapore equities are supported by policy credibility and resilient growth, offering a steadier market backdrop alongside income potential—read the key takeaways.
Discover how agentic AI and Chinese open-weight models are transforming AI cost efficiency and enterprise adoption. Explore the latest trends in the U.S. and China AI competition.
Private equity exits are rising in value but remain concentrated in select deals, with aging portfolios shaping risks and opportunities—see what’s next for investors.
Rising artificial intelligence (AI) investment is driving hyperscaler debt issuance. Explore how this shift in funding could reshape fixed income markets and offer investors a more defensive way to gain exposure to the AI theme.
AI investment is booming, but how much is it really boosting U.S. growth? Dive into the data, GDP impacts, productivity and Fed implications.
Asia equity earnings show broadening momentum as artificial intelligence and other drivers support participation amid shifting rates—read the highlights.
Japan’s reflation and policy normalization are reshaping the yen, yields, and equity backdrop—see what could affect your portfolios.
Equities may handle rising bond yields until moves turn disorderly—explore how yield pace, real rates, and market composition can shape risk and returns.
Explore the tax advantages of real estate funds and REITs, including deductions, depreciation and capital gains benefits for investors seeking higher after-tax returns.
Read the key insights on how rising U.S. earnings and AI and energy themes may shape markets going forward.
Explore how leveraged ETFs and thematic ETFs are amplifying market volatility and investor exuberance. Learn what momentum investing means for today’s dynamic markets.
Diversification in public markets has become challenging, making alternatives like private equity and infrastructure key diversifiers and inflation resilient return drivers—Explore more on Alternatives.
Gold’s pullback reflects shifting rates, dollar strength, and cooling demand, shaping how it diversifies portfolios and volatility ahead. Explore what to watch next.
Explore key takeaways from the latest Fed meeting. Find out Chairman Warsh’s views on the economy and where interest rates may go in the near future.
This paper summarizes the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. (3-min read)
AI-driven bond issuance is reshaping credit markets, benchmarks, and risk exposures as hyperscalers fund infrastructure with debt—see what this means for portfolios.
Is the AI boom over or just getting started? Get expert analysis on AI market volatility, investment opportunities and the future of artificial intelligence stocks.
China’s growth is cooling as exports and high-tech manufacturing hold up, sharpening focus on policy support and domestic demand—read the latest investor takeaways.
Discover what’s fueling global earnings growth in 2026, from the AI investment boom and rising energy prices to currency shifts, resilient economies and improved corporate governance. See how emerging markets, the U.S., the Eurozone and Japan are exceeding expectations, even amid global challenges.
Easing oil prices reshape inflation fears and central-bank paths, affecting rates, bonds, and equities amid geopolitical risk—read the key takeaways.
India’s macro strength contrasts with lagging equities amid currency, inflation, and earnings worries—see why investors are cautious and what could rebuild confidence.
Understand the Russell index reconstitution and its influence on portfolio risk, sector shifts, and benchmark strategies. Get expert insights on managing concentration risk and optimizing asset allocation.
Are U.S. small caps better positioned than they look as earnings revisions improve, rate risks evolve, and AI-led demand broadens? Read the key takeaways.
Learn about Kevin Warsh’s debut as Federal Reserve Chair, the FOMC’s unanimous rate decision, and new economic projections. Find out how these changes affect inflation, employment, and financial markets.
This paper summarizes the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. (3-min read)
A U.S.-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could ease global risk yet keep energy costs elevated—learn what this means for the markets.
There are plenty of uncertainties facing the global economy., namely the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, potential central banks’ response to a return of inflation, possible shifts in the U.S. political and policy backdrop, and the rapidly changing landscape in AI development.
Mega-cap IPOs can reshape market liquidity and near-term volatility as capital shifts and index rules evolve—learn what to watch.
Mega-cap IPOs are set to transform markets and stock indices. Find out how these large listings affect volatility, index inclusion and investor portfolios.
China equities trail as AI reshapes winners, earnings momentum, and risk premiums—see what could drive a turnaround across platforms, hardware, and policy follow-through.
AI enthusiasm is widening beyond headline winners as compute buildouts strain cash flows and raise concentration risk—see where monetization, infrastructure, and adopters shape the next phase.
Discover how the Iran conflict is reshaping defense and security investing. Explore how rising munitions demand and new opportunities in military technology are impacting modern warfare.
Rising bond yields amid inflation, oil shocks, and fiscal concerns are changing fixed-income tradeoffs—learn what this means for portfolios today.
Discover how record earnings, soaring markets, and S&P 500 concentration impact portfolio risk. Learn strategies to manage volatility and hidden overlaps in today’s investment landscape.
Asian earnings season spotlights whether tech-led gains can endure as AI demand reshapes supply chains, capex, and valuation narratives—read the takeaways now.
Strong earnings and AI-led investment are reshaping sectors from banks to chips—see what is driving momentum and where adoption matters most.
The Strait of Hormuz closure is driving up freight rates and rerouting global trade. Discover how longer voyages and higher freight rates are presenting opportunities for investors.
Oil supply disruption can reshape inflation, growth, and asset performance—see what market history suggests and what to watch next.
Middle East supply disruptions can ripple into global inflation through energy, shipping, and agriculture inputs, shaping prices and growth expectations—learn what to watch next.
Find out what the U.S.-China summit means for tariffs, export controls and global supply chains. Get expert insights on market trends, investment strategies and the future of international trade.
Central banks weigh inflation shocks and slowing growth amid conflict and tariffs, shaping rates and bond curves with ripple effects for portfolios and planning; learn what to watch next.
Discover how Kevin Warsh could reshape monetary policy, interest rates and market outlook. Learn what investors should expect from changes in Fed communication, inflation focus and asset allocation strategies.
This paper summarizes the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. (3-min read)
Discover how the 2026 stock market rally mirrors previous market trends. Explore sector performance, AI impact, political events and S&P 500 earnings growth in this in-depth analysis.
Semi-liquid funds expand access to private markets but can restrict withdrawals during stress. Explore how the liquidity trade-offs and fund structures can impact you.
Asian central banks may diverge as energy shocks and currency weakness shift inflation and growth tradeoffs, reshaping rate expectations and market pricing across the region—read the key takeaways.
Curious about investing in private markets? Discover how semi-liquid funds like interval funds, tender offer funds, non-traded BDCs and REITs are making private investments more accessible.
China’s latest GDP growth signals resilience amid rebalancing, with exports strong and domestic demand softer, shaping the global outlook for markets and policy—read the key takeaways.
Stay ahead with the latest S&P 500 earnings outlook for the first quarter of 2026. Explore sector growth trends, profit forecasts and key market insights to guide your investment decisions.
Private credit faces scrutiny on defaults, liquidity, and software exposure, but recent fund reports show steady credit quality and returns versus public high yield—read the latest trend.
Private credit is under scrutiny—find out what’s driving investor concerns, how software industry changes can impact portfolios and why private credit remains attractive for long-term investors.
Navigate the risks and opportunities in bond investing after Treasury yields surge. See why short- and intermediate-term bonds may offer the best value in today’s market.
Market volatility, supportive policies and sector rotation are driving Value stocks’ comeback—explore the latest insights now.
Uncover the hidden volatility and sector dispersion beneath the S&P 500’s surface. Learn how geopolitical risks and AI anxieties are presenting opportunities in 2026.
Explore how energy sector profits and oil price swings shape the US economic outlook and investment opportunities.
Strait of Hormuz and Middle East routes bottlenecks elevate energy costs and stagflation risks in Asia, as central banks likely hold rates and volatility persists—Dive in and see the implications for investors.
Middle East risks keep the Fed hawkish as the March FOMC holds rates, with markets repricing rate cuts. Explore implications for the US economy and fixed income.
Fed holds as March FOMC meeting highlights inflation trends and uncertainties. Read on for the latest policy pulse and what to watch next.
Energy disruption adds volatility to assets, yet the case for disciplined diversification strengthens as yields rise and growth remains uncertain.
AI adds volatility to public markets, but private equity's long‑term case strengthens amid lower funding costs and a pick-up in deal activity.
Discover how geopolitical conflicts impact the energy sector, the S&P 500 and oil prices—and what investors should watch going forward.
Explore what the U.S.-Iran conflict means for oil prices, Asia's growth and inflation outlook, and the opportunities in Asian equities and real assets.
Explore the shift in China NPC's 2026 priorities to high quality growth, with focus on demand and tech, while property stimulus remains muted.
Discover the risks of passive investing in today’s shifting economic and political tides, and how they influence portfolio returns.
Discover how quantum’s long timelines and reliability gaps can fuel volatility—and how selective, diversified exposure helps investors limit drawdowns.
Discover how Iran’s conflict can drive inflation and volatility through energy shocks—and how diversification helps investors limit drawdowns.
Explore the potential scenarios and near-term market risks that could arise from the U.S. and Israel's strike on Iran.
Explore the key takeaways for oil and global markets amid the ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions, and the investment implications.
Explore the investment implications and opportunities in Asian equities as the U.S. tariff reset shapes winners and losers in APAC.
Explore why value stocks are gaining momentum in 2026. Get insights on how rate cuts, fiscal easing and AI capex lift cyclicals and broaden market leadership.
Explore the drivers behind the recent rise in gold, the outlook for gold prices, and the role that gold can play in a diversified investment portfolio.
The U.S. equity market was fairly muted after the SCOTUS ruling that U.S. President Trump exceeded his authority by using the IEEPA to impose "reciprocal" tariffs globally.
Explore the drivers behind the abrupt sell-off in software stocks in early 2026. Get insights on how shifting IT budgets toward AI infrastructure are reshaping sector allocation trends and the future outlook for private equity and credit investors.
Explore the drivers behind the abrupt sell-off in software stocks in early 2026. Get expert insights on AI disruption, sector allocation trends and the future outlook for private equity and credit investors.
Uncover the factors behind the impressive performance of emerging market equities in 2026. Get expert insights on earnings growth, macro trends and the future investment outlook.
Explore key factors influencing AI investment and its monetization, and the tech stock trends and strategies for navigating the evolving AI market.
Discover how the January jobs report impacts the U.S. economic outlook and Federal Reserve policy. Explore key labor market trends, payroll growth and unemployment rate changes for 2026.
Mega-cap tech stocks, S&P 500 growth, and Gen-Z & Millennial spending trends are shaping the market outlook and sector performance.
Explore how investing in quality stocks can build resilient portfolios, offering stability and outperformance in uncertain market conditions.
Explore the divergence between metals and energy prices in modern markets, what drives commodity volatility, and how investors can hedge risks with smart asset allocation.
Kevin Warsh’s nomination as Federal Reserve Chair in 2026 signals a potential shift in U.S. monetary policy, with implications for interest rates, inflation, and financial markets.
Stay updated on the latest FOMC meeting: The Federal Reserve holds rates steady at 3.50%–3.75%, signaling a hawkish stance amid solid economic growth and stable unemployment. Discover what this means for inflation, fiscal stimulus and future rate cuts.
This paper summarizes the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. (3-min read)
Explore the divergence between metals and energy prices in modern markets. Find out what drives commodity volatility and how investors can hedge risks with smart asset allocation.
Corporate bond yields remain attractive despite tight spreads and elevated risks, with income driving returns and active selection key amid full valuations and robust fundamentals.
Explore how investing in quality stocks can build resilient portfolios, offering stability and outperformance in uncertain market conditions.
Regulators are fostering a sustainable uptrend in China’s stock market, anchored by rising insurance premiums and reforms, with balanced growth and high-dividend strategies to help manage volatility in 2026.
Explore the latest trends in the AI boom for 2026, including tech stock performance, earnings growth, valuations, adoption rates and investment strategies. Discover why AI remains a compelling opportunity despite market volatility.
Stay updated on the latest December CPI report and its impact on Fed policy. Discover how inflation trends may influence interest rates and the Federal Reserve’s next moves.
This paper discusses how developments within the tech sector could spill over to other sectors as AI adoption broadens over time.
Get the latest analysis on the Federal Reserve’s potential January rate cut, with insights from November’s jobs and CPI reports. Explore how government shutdown data issues impact unemployment, inflation and monetary policy expectations.
Uncover the factors influencing the future path of the US dollar and what they mean for investors.
Discover what’s driving S&P 500 stock market returns in 2025. Explore the shift from multiple expansion to robust earnings growth, the evolving impact of the Magnificent 7, and broadening profit growth across sectors like financials, industrials, utilities and materials. Learn how market volatility and sector selection shape investment strategies for a resilient equity market.
This paper discusses the possibility of further Fed rate cuts in 2026, and the investment implications.
The Federal Reserve cut the federal funds rate by 0.25% at its December meeting, signaling a continued easing bias for 2026. Explore the FOMC’s latest Summary of Economic Projections, inflation and GDP growth outlook and insights from Chairman Powell on monetary policy, risk assets and the bond market.
This paper summarizes the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. (3-min read)
Explore the 2026 outlook for hedge funds with insights on active management, alpha generation and diversification. Learn how market trends, rate volatility and global macro strategies are shaping investment opportunities.
This paper discusses the factors that could drive Singapore equities as a compelling investment opportunity within Asian equity allocations.
Discover the real impact of AI on layoffs in 2025. This expert analysis explores whether artificial intelligence is truly driving job losses or simply reshaping the workforce, with data-backed insights on industry trends, affected roles and the future of employment.
Uncover how AI megacaps are tackling innovation, business shifts, and future chip demand in a changing landscape.
Explore the recent reversal in the low-quality stock rally and discover why fundamentals matter in today’s market. Learn how speculative sectors like AI, crypto and biotech have performed versus quality stocks and get insights on where investors should focus for sustainable returns.
This paper discusses the factors surrounding Asian equities' robust 3Q25 earnings results, and the investment strategy ahead.
Discover why recent Federal Reserve rate cuts aren’t boosting consumer spending as expected. Explore the impact on holiday shopping, household debt and interest income in our latest market analysis.
This paper discusses the use cases for stablecoins, the key risks surrounding stablecoin transactions, and the investment implications.
Can nuclear power solve the energy crisis for AI data centers? Uncover the challenges, investment opportunities and market impact of uranium and small modular reactors in the U.S.
This paper discusses the case for Asian credit on the back of investment-grade corporates showing strong fundamentals and high-yield credit with lower default risk.
This paper discusses the impact of the tech sector and AI in driving the 3Q 2025 earnings season in the U.S., and the investment implications.
Uncover the significance of stablecoins in today's financial landscape, offering stability and efficiency in decentralized transactions. Explore the GENIUS Act's role in shaping regulatory frameworks, stablecoins' applications in cross-border payments and blockchain marketplaces, and their impact on U.S. government debt and global finance.
Read our latest equity market outlook to learn why the US stock market has had a volatile start to 2025, and to find out what the rest of the year may have in store for equity investors.
As we emerge from this pandemic with inflation now rising at its fastest pace since the 1980s, the biggest question for investors is whether some of this inflation will prove “sticky”.
Democrats won decisively on Tuesday. At time of writing, they appear to have gained about 44 House seats, for a majority of 259-176, and a Senate majority of about 55-45, with Mississippi's Senate race still too close to call. They won the popular vote by around 13 points and now hold 30 governorships, up from 24.
AI financing risks, France’s fiscal pressures, and the Fed’s measured outlook put yields and diversification in focus—read our latest monthly views and perspectives (MVP) for key takeaways.
Chinese AI models are gaining global share as affordability improves, reshaping how businesses choose tools and how revenue follows usage—read the key takeaways.
France’s unrest is amplifying fiscal and political stress, widening the OAT–Bund spread and weighing on French equities as markets watch budgets, ratings, and ECB signals—learn what to watch.
Neocloud selloff highlights AI financing risk as credit spreads widen, even with demand intact and bottlenecks shifting to power and construction—explore the key takeaways.
China’s third-quarter growth stabilized as exports and industry strengthened while consumption and property lagged, shaping risks for earnings and policy expectations—Read the key takeaways.
U.S. midterms could reshape the policy path on fiscal, trade, and regulation, but markets may still hinge more on growth, inflation, and earnings—read the latest insights.
Rising yields, lingering geopolitics, and shifting AI security risks are reshaping the outlook for stocks, bonds, and diversification as policy tightens—read our latest monthly views and perspectives (MVP) for key takeaways.
The Fed leans hawkish with inflation still above target. Read the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting now.
AI labs are calling for a slowdown in model development, raising new questions for capex, adoption, and portfolio resilience—see what’s driving the discussion.
European equities gain momentum as earnings, margins, and sector participation improve, with infrastructure and energy themes driving new opportunities—see what’s fueling the shift.
Singapore equities are supported by policy credibility and resilient growth, offering a steadier market backdrop alongside income potential—read the key takeaways.
Private equity exits are rising in value but remain concentrated in select deals, with aging portfolios shaping risks and opportunities—see what’s next for investors.
Asia equity earnings show broadening momentum as artificial intelligence and other drivers support participation amid shifting rates—read the highlights.
Japan’s reflation and policy normalization are reshaping the yen, yields, and equity backdrop—see what could affect your portfolios.
Equities may handle rising bond yields until moves turn disorderly—explore how yield pace, real rates, and market composition can shape risk and returns.
Explore how AI is moving from models to real-world adoption, creating opportunities across infrastructure, software, robotics, power and global supply chains.
Read the key insights on how rising U.S. earnings and AI and energy themes may shape markets going forward.
Diversification in public markets has become challenging, making alternatives like private equity and infrastructure key diversifiers and inflation resilient return drivers—Explore more on Alternatives.
Gold’s pullback reflects shifting rates, dollar strength, and cooling demand, shaping how it diversifies portfolios and volatility ahead. Explore what to watch next.
This paper summarizes the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. (3-min read)
AI-driven bond issuance is reshaping credit markets, benchmarks, and risk exposures as hyperscalers fund infrastructure with debt—see what this means for portfolios.
China’s growth is cooling as exports and high-tech manufacturing hold up, sharpening focus on policy support and domestic demand—read the latest investor takeaways.
Easing oil prices reshape inflation fears and central-bank paths, affecting rates, bonds, and equities amid geopolitical risk—read the key takeaways.
India’s macro strength contrasts with lagging equities amid currency, inflation, and earnings worries—see why investors are cautious and what could rebuild confidence.
Are U.S. small caps better positioned than they look as earnings revisions improve, rate risks evolve, and AI-led demand broadens? Read the key takeaways.
This paper summarizes the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. (3-min read)
A U.S.-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could ease global risk yet keep energy costs elevated—learn what this means for the markets.
There are plenty of uncertainties facing the global economy., namely the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, potential central banks’ response to a return of inflation, possible shifts in the U.S. political and policy backdrop, and the rapidly changing landscape in AI development.
Mega-cap IPOs can reshape market liquidity and near-term volatility as capital shifts and index rules evolve—learn what to watch.
China equities trail as AI reshapes winners, earnings momentum, and risk premiums—see what could drive a turnaround across platforms, hardware, and policy follow-through.
AI enthusiasm is widening beyond headline winners as compute buildouts strain cash flows and raise concentration risk—see where monetization, infrastructure, and adopters shape the next phase.
Rising bond yields amid inflation, oil shocks, and fiscal concerns are changing fixed-income tradeoffs—learn what this means for portfolios today.
Asian earnings season spotlights whether tech-led gains can endure as AI demand reshapes supply chains, capex, and valuation narratives—read the takeaways now.
Strong earnings and AI-led investment are reshaping sectors from banks to chips—see what is driving momentum and where adoption matters most.
Oil supply disruption can reshape inflation, growth, and asset performance—see what market history suggests and what to watch next.
Middle East supply disruptions can ripple into global inflation through energy, shipping, and agriculture inputs, shaping prices and growth expectations—learn what to watch next.
Central banks weigh inflation shocks and slowing growth amid conflict and tariffs, shaping rates and bond curves with ripple effects for portfolios and planning; learn what to watch next.
This paper summarizes the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. (3-min read)
Semi-liquid funds expand access to private markets but can restrict withdrawals during stress. Explore how the liquidity trade-offs and fund structures can impact you.
Asian central banks may diverge as energy shocks and currency weakness shift inflation and growth tradeoffs, reshaping rate expectations and market pricing across the region—read the key takeaways.
China’s latest GDP growth signals resilience amid rebalancing, with exports strong and domestic demand softer, shaping the global outlook for markets and policy—read the key takeaways.
Private credit faces scrutiny on defaults, liquidity, and software exposure, but recent fund reports show steady credit quality and returns versus public high yield—read the latest trend.
Market volatility, supportive policies and sector rotation are driving Value stocks’ comeback—explore the latest insights now.
Strait of Hormuz and Middle East routes bottlenecks elevate energy costs and stagflation risks in Asia, as central banks likely hold rates and volatility persists—Dive in and see the implications for investors.
Fed holds as March FOMC meeting highlights inflation trends and uncertainties. Read on for the latest policy pulse and what to watch next.
AI adds volatility to public markets, but private equity's long‑term case strengthens amid lower funding costs and a pick-up in deal activity.
Explore what the U.S.-Iran conflict means for oil prices, Asia's growth and inflation outlook, and the opportunities in Asian equities and real assets.
Explore the shift in China NPC's 2026 priorities to high quality growth, with focus on demand and tech, while property stimulus remains muted.
Explore the potential scenarios and near-term market risks that could arise from the U.S. and Israel's strike on Iran.
Explore the key takeaways for oil and global markets amid the ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions, and the investment implications.
Explore the investment implications and opportunities in Asian equities as the U.S. tariff reset shapes winners and losers in APAC.
The U.S. equity market was fairly muted after the SCOTUS ruling that U.S. President Trump exceeded his authority by using the IEEPA to impose "reciprocal" tariffs globally.
Explore key factors influencing AI investment and its monetization, and the tech stock trends and strategies for navigating the evolving AI market.
Mega-cap tech stocks, S&P 500 growth, and Gen-Z & Millennial spending trends are shaping the market outlook and sector performance.
Explore the divergence between metals and energy prices in modern markets, what drives commodity volatility, and how investors can hedge risks with smart asset allocation.
Kevin Warsh’s nomination as Federal Reserve Chair in 2026 signals a potential shift in U.S. monetary policy, with implications for interest rates, inflation, and financial markets.
This paper summarizes the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. (3-min read)
Corporate bond yields remain attractive despite tight spreads and elevated risks, with income driving returns and active selection key amid full valuations and robust fundamentals.
Explore how robotics is emerging as the next frontier for AI in 2026, shifting market focus from model creators to infrastructure and real-world applications. Discover the technological breakthroughs, economic trends, commercialization challenges and investment opportunities shaping the future of AI-powered robots.
Regulators are fostering a sustainable uptrend in China’s stock market, anchored by rising insurance premiums and reforms, with balanced growth and high-dividend strategies to help manage volatility in 2026.
This paper discusses how developments within the tech sector could spill over to other sectors as AI adoption broadens over time.
This paper discusses the possibility of further Fed rate cuts in 2026, and the investment implications.
This paper summarizes the key highlights from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. (3-min read)
This paper discusses the factors that could drive Singapore equities as a compelling investment opportunity within Asian equity allocations.
This paper discusses the factors surrounding Asian equities' robust 3Q25 earnings results, and the investment strategy ahead.
This paper discusses the use cases for stablecoins, the key risks surrounding stablecoin transactions, and the investment implications.
This paper discusses the case for Asian credit on the back of investment-grade corporates showing strong fundamentals and high-yield credit with lower default risk.
This paper discusses the impact of the tech sector and AI in driving the 3Q 2025 earnings season in the U.S., and the investment implications.
The Solving for Income presentation uses selective slides from the Guide to the Markets – Asia to examine the role of income and how it will benefit investors by keeping it as a key investment objective.
This paper discusses the importance of sustainable investing for investors, and the latest areas of focus that clients have been asking about, such as AI, help in scouting future growth opportunities, and food security.
This paper, written by Tai Hui, addresses why policy easing amid a soft landing backdrop should be positive for both equities and fixed income.
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It was a decisive victory for the Democrats in the 2026 midterm elections and the results will put significant constraints on the President for the rest of his term in office. Explore what this means for policy and markets.
Mega-cap IPOs in 2026 show why private market access is crucial. Learn how companies like SpaceX and OpenAI impact market dynamics and your investment approach.
Rising artificial intelligence (AI) investment is driving hyperscaler debt issuance. Explore how this shift in funding could reshape fixed income markets and offer investors a more defensive way to gain exposure to the AI theme.
Discover the risks of passive investing in today’s shifting economic and political tides, and how they influence portfolio returns.
Explore the drivers behind the recent rise in gold, the outlook for gold prices, and the role that gold can play in a diversified investment portfolio.
Uncover the factors influencing the future path of the US dollar and what they mean for investors.
Uncover how AI megacaps are tackling innovation, business shifts, and future chip demand in a changing landscape.
Read our latest equity market outlook to learn why the US stock market has had a volatile start to 2025, and to find out what the rest of the year may have in store for equity investors.
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