Beyond Bulls & Bears

The crucial role of dividends in investment portfolios
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The crucial role of dividends in investment portfolios

Dividend investing has seen something of a revival in the current turbulent market environment. Franklin Templeton’s Dina Ting delves into how dividend strategies can potentially offer not only a steady income stream but also a hedge against market volatility.

Unearthing the appeal of responsibly sourced gold
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Unearthing the appeal of responsibly sourced gold

As gold prices soar to record highs, a new dimension is adding to its allure: responsible sourcing. Discover how ethical and sustainable practices are reshaping the gold market and why this precious metal has become more appealing.

India reemerges on investors’ radar amid improved trade alignment with United States
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India reemerges on investors’ radar amid improved trade alignment with United States

In advance of the upcoming meeting between India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, our Dina Ting discusses India’s efforts at dealmaking.

China’s ETF outflows captured elsewhere in Asia
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China’s ETF outflows captured elsewhere in Asia

For years, India has been ramping up to contend with China as the region’s top technology leader. Pandemic-era supply chain issues hastened its successes in luring foreign tech firms. Now, equity investment flows are following suit. Dina Ting of Franklin Templeton ETFs highlights a few factors behind how the subcontinent is benefiting from rotational flows.

Global ETF trends to watch in 2025
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Global ETF trends to watch in 2025

Jason Xavier, Head of EMEA & Asia ETF Capital Markets, opines on trends he sees ahead in 2025.

A stimulative environment for midcaps
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A stimulative environment for midcaps

With a soft landing in sight, Head of Global Index Portfolio Management Dina Ting, explains why resilient US economic growth alongside currently low valuations for mid-cap stocks can spur future gains in this underallocated market segment.

Brazil’s rising role as a geopolitical heavyweight
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Brazil’s rising role as a geopolitical heavyweight

Brazil takes center stage as host of this year’s G20 Summit, marking a defining moment in the nation’s ascent as a geopolitical powerhouse. Dina Ting, Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, explores Brazil’s economic ambitions alongside its increasing influence in shaping the future of international economic cooperation.

China is the talk of the town again. Now what?
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China is the talk of the town again. Now what?

As China injects unprecedented support into its economy, sparking a significant rally in its stock market, Marcus Weyerer and Dina Ting of Franklin Templeton ETFs discuss the broader implications for the country as well as global equity markets.

Back-to-school ETF primer
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Back-to-school ETF primer

Should investors emerging from their summer holidays find they have a touch of seasonal learning loss, Dina Ting, our Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, catches up with David Mann, our Head of Global ETF Product and Capital Markets, this month for a brief “back-to-school” chat about exchange-traded funds.

Explore multifactor investing for the rotation toward mid and small caps
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Explore multifactor investing for the rotation toward mid and small caps

Market momentum has been shifting recently with a rotation away from large-cap stocks. As more investors look to broaden their exposures, Franklin Templeton’s Dina Ting weighs in with a few considerations for diversification through multifactor ETFs.

Mexico’s post-election potential and investment opportunities
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Mexico’s post-election potential and investment opportunities

Given Mexico’s vast potential and President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum’s track record of progress during her time as mayor of Mexico City, Franklin Templeton’s Dina Ting thinks that investors should be monitoring opportunities to enter this compelling market.

What’s next for India’s economic ascent?
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What’s next for India’s economic ascent?

Despite political uncertainties following India’s recent elections, the country’s vibrant democracy, strategic policy reforms and burgeoning market present a compelling narrative of resilience and potential, according to Franklin Templeton’s Dina Ting. She sheds light on the unique opportunities that lie ahead for India in reinforcing its stature as a global economic contender.