Beyond Bulls & Bears

On My Mind: 2025—Looking good, feeling good?
Fixed Income

On My Mind: 2025—Looking good, feeling good?

Even with the uncertainty surrounding the new US administration’s economic policies, Franklin Templeton Fixed Income CIO Sonal Desai thinks the US economic outlook for 2025 remains robust, with upside risks to inflation. She thinks the end of the Fed’s easing cycle might be near, and warns that financial markets volatility will likely remain elevated.

Dimensions & Insights: How inclusive principles can transform financial wellness
Perspectives

Dimensions & Insights: How inclusive principles can transform financial wellness

As more savers are prioritizing financial independence over traditional retirement, the need for an inclusive-focused approach to financial planning has never been more critical, according to Franklin Templeton’s Regina Curry and Jacque Reardon. Read more about their conversation in this article.

Anatomy of a Recession Update: Outlook 2025—Will US exceptionalism continue?
Equity

Anatomy of a Recession Update: Outlook 2025—Will US exceptionalism continue?

In this "Talking Markets" podcast, ClearBridge Investments' colleagues Jeff Schulze and Josh Jamner discuss the US economy and equity markets in 2025.

Alternative Allocations: A CIO’s perspective on allocating to alts
Alternatives

Alternative Allocations: A CIO’s perspective on allocating to alts

In the latest Alternative Allocations podcast, the benefits of evergreen structures in private credit are discussed, as well as the "four Ps" of due diligence (people, philosophy, process, performance).

Franklin Templeton Fixed Income Macro Views: The return of (trade) policy uncertainty
Fixed Income

Franklin Templeton Fixed Income Macro Views: The return of (trade) policy uncertainty

Franklin Templeton Fixed Income economists explore the impact of proposed changes to both US tax and tariff policies and the implications for global economies. Central banks continue to address local conditions, with the US Federal Reserve and European Central Bank further easing monetary policy, while the Bank of Japan is hiking its policy rate as it faces elevated inflation.