Beyond Bulls & Bears

PODCAST: Anatomy of a recession: Remain patient amid market gyrations
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PODCAST: Anatomy of a recession: Remain patient amid market gyrations

We discuss the potential economic and market impacts of the US midterm elections, get perspective on the Fed's actions against inflation, and review the current ClearBridge Recession Risk Dashboard with ClearBridge Investments’ Jeff Schulze.

The value of dividends in any season
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The value of dividends in any season

Franklin Mutual Series believes dividend payers can give value investors better total returns over the longer term.

Sustainability matters: The US prioritizes climate change
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Sustainability matters: The US prioritizes climate change

Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), climate and multi-asset implications—Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions examines the IRA from an investment lens.

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe
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Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe

The G20 summit in Bali will be a key focus for markets this week. Leaders will meet on Tuesday and Wednesday. Geopolitical tensions, the war in Ukraine and inflation levels are expected to be the hot topics at the summit. Outside of that, inflation prints in Europe throughout the week will be closely watched.

Quick thoughts: The search for hidden opportunities
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Quick thoughts: The search for hidden opportunities

What are the implications of strategic asset allocation, the dynamics of public and private credit, tech-driven megatrends, and more? Stephen Dover, head of Franklin Templeton Institute, provides some insights gathered from our investment experts.

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe
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Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe

The next two weeks could be key for setting the tone into year end. There are several central bank meetings this week, including the Reserve Bank of Australia, Fed, Norges Bank and Bank of England. Wednesday’s Fed interest-rate decision and statement will likely be the key event of the week.

Something of value
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Something of value

Franklin Mutual Series believes that fewer value investors in the market today may mean better opportunities for those who remain.

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe
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Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe

The key focus for this week will be the European Central Bank (ECB) meeting on Thursday, with a 75 basis point interest-rate hike expected. ECB President Christine Lagarde will also speak, likely to reiterate that quantitative tightening will begin after interest-rate normalisation has completed. The US GDP report on Thursday will also be closely watched. Earnings season gets into full swing this week, so focus will be on corporate reporting.

Quick thoughts: End of a golden era for profits?
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Quick thoughts: End of a golden era for profits?

If the prolonged period of declining and ultra-low interest rates is over, what does that mean future corporate profits, cash flows and dividends? Head of Franklin Templeton Institute, Stephen Dover, opines.

PODCAST: Anatomy of a recession—Focusing on the Fed
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PODCAST: Anatomy of a recession—Focusing on the Fed

In our latest "Talking Markets" podcast, Jeff Schulze, Investment Strategist at ClearBridge Investments and architect of their "Anatomy of a Recession" program, speaks about how the Federal Reserve’s latest moves are impacting the odds of a recession in the United States. Plus, what it would take for the Fed to reverse course and make a dovish pivot, and how much a recession is already baked into the markets.

Notes from the Trading Desk: Europe
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Notes from the Trading Desk: Europe

Headwinds persist and volatility remains, and investors seem to be looking beyond the immediate issues that have been weighing on stocks, giving the market short-term, risk-on moves higher.

Euro fall: Why parity between the euro and US dollar may persist
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Euro fall: Why parity between the euro and US dollar may persist

Franklin Mutual Series’ Investment Strategist Katrina Dudley believes that higher inflation in Europe stemming from rising energy prices, as well as lower relative interest rates, may keep the euro under pressure.