Beyond Bulls & Bears

Alternative Allocations: Lessons learned from family offices
Alternatives

Alternative Allocations: Lessons learned from family offices

In the latest Alternative Allocations podcast, Kate Huntington of Fiduciary Trust International discussed family offices' approach to alternative investments. She noted that while these offices seek enhanced returns and diversification, they are also sensitive to capital loss and aim to reduce volatility.

Quick Thoughts: US election outcome—outlook for markets
Perspectives

Quick Thoughts: US election outcome—outlook for markets

The votes are in, and Donald Trump is the president-elect again. As in 2016, he is headed to the White House with big plans for stimulating growth through low taxes, lighter regulation and an overhaul of trade. In the immediate aftermath of the election, I addressed a variety of questions in a discussion with Greg Valliere, Chief US Policy Strategist at AGF Investments.

On My Mind: US elections—what’s next for the economy, markets and the Fed?
Fixed Income

On My Mind: US elections—what’s next for the economy, markets and the Fed?

President-elect Donald Trump’s policy proposals—including taxes, tariffs and a simplified regulatory regime—will likely mean stronger US economic growth and might reignite inflationary pressures. This supports Franklin Templeton Fixed Income CIO Sonal Desai’s long-held view that this monetary policy easing cycle will be shorter and more shallow than many financial market participants expect.

Quick Thoughts: A big night for the Republicans
Perspectives

Quick Thoughts: A big night for the Republicans

US election results have implications for bond yields and stock market sectors. Head of Franklin Templeton Institute, Stephen Dover summarizes what investors need to know.

What to make of the November election—potential implications for high-yield investors
Fixed Income

What to make of the November election—potential implications for high-yield investors

The upcoming November US elections for the president, House of Representatives, and Senate are highly unpredictable. Franklin Templeton Fixed Income’s Glenn Voyles and Brian French discuss what a sweep by either the Republican or Democratic party could present in terms of significant risks and opportunities within high-yield fixed income.

Brazil’s rising role as a geopolitical heavyweight
ETFs

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.

The rise of rentership: What this global real estate shift means for investors
Equity

The rise of rentership: What this global real estate shift means for investors

With housing prices at all-time highs, renting is now less expensive than the monthly cost of home ownership in over 50 major US cities. Around the world, increasing numbers of individuals and families are opting to rent, even when they have the financial means to buy. Real estate analysts and Franklin Equity Group Portfolio Managers Daniel Scher and Blair Schmicker address the economic, demographic and lifestyle factors behind the global rise in rentership and the opportunities this trend creates for real estate investors.

Anatomy of a Recession Update: The case for economic reacceleration
Equity

Anatomy of a Recession Update: The case for economic reacceleration

We speak with Jeff Schulze of ClearBridge Investments about the health of the US consumer and equity market, and get an update on the Recession Risk Dashboard.

On My Mind: For a few rate cuts more
Fixed Income

On My Mind: For a few rate cuts more

Recent data releases continue to point to a stubbornly resilient US economy. This supports Franklin Templeton Fixed Income CIO Sonal Desai’s long-held view that the neutral rate of interest lies north of 4% and suggests that this monetary policy easing cycle will be shorter and shallower than many financial market participants expect.

Alternative Allocations: The evolution of alts: From institutions to Main Street
Alternatives

Alternative Allocations: The evolution of alts: From institutions to Main Street

In our latest Alternative Allocations podcast, Franklin Templeton Institute’s Tony Davidow sits down with Nick Veronis of iCapital Network to discuss the evolution of alternatives wealth management. They highlight the shift from limited access and cumbersome processes to a more inclusive, technologically advanced and transparent industry.

Quick Thoughts: US election update—uncertainty reigns
Perspectives

Quick Thoughts: US election update—uncertainty reigns

With less than five weeks to the November 5 polling date, the US presidential as well as Senate and House majority outcomes remain too close to call. Franklin Templeton Institute’s Stephen Dover believes that a divided government in Washington, DC, with no single party controlling the White House, Senate and House of Representatives is likely. He discusses the possible effects of the elections on the markets and offers investment conclusions.

Quick Thoughts: China acts—how will markets react?
Perspectives

Quick Thoughts: China acts—how will markets react?

China’s central bank and financial regulators recently adopted policy measures aimed at revitalizing its struggling property sector, curbing economic slowdown and combating deflation. This policy shift, endorsed by President Xi Jinping and the Politburo, sparked a significant rally in Chinese equity markets. Franklin Templeton Institute offers conclusions based on these actions and delves into long-term investment implications for Chinese and global markets.