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Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe
Equity

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe

Rising market expectations of central bank 2024 rate cuts, fuelled by falling inflation data, means this week’s central bank meetings will be a key catalyst into year end.

Global value stocks offer potential stability in a more uncertain 2024
Equity

Global value stocks offer potential stability in a more uncertain 2024

Value stocks are poised to deliver solid returns in what may prove to be a more unsettled year ahead, according to Mutual Series CIO Christian Correa.  

Mid-cap stock diversification for the market environment ahead
ETFs

Mid-cap stock diversification for the market environment ahead

The mid-cap universe offers compelling sector diversification and opportunities to participate in the upside of the broader market, according to Dina Ting, Head of Global Index Portfolio Management.

PODCAST Anatomy of a Recession Update: The Fed’s Next Moves, Anticipating ‘24
Equity

PODCAST Anatomy of a Recession Update: The Fed’s Next Moves, Anticipating ‘24

A review of recent US inflation data, the Recession Risk Dashboard, and thoughts on if we've reached the peak in the fed funds rate. Join us for this conversation with Jeff Schulze of ClearBridge Investments.

Growing green: Cultivating a sustainable future through an ecosystem service valuation
Fixed Income

Growing green: Cultivating a sustainable future through an ecosystem service valuation

The Franklin Templeton Fixed Income team believes that sustainable investing will be a dominant investment trend in the coming years, with structural tailwinds that could help improve financial returns.

Quick Thoughts: Investment Ideas—The case for fixed income in 2024
Fixed Income

Quick Thoughts: Investment Ideas—The case for fixed income in 2024

Stephen Dover, Head of Franklin Templeton Institute, recently sat down with Franklin Templeton Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Josh Lohmeier and Western Asset Portfolio Manager Mark Lindbloom to discuss the fixed income landscape—and why they believe 2024 will be a good year for fixed income investors.

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe
Equity

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe

Despite the upturn in market sentiment, it is clear to us that the global economy is not yet through the woods with regards to avoiding a recession; hence, chatter around potential rate cuts isn’t necessarily all positive.

Attractive income opportunities for uncertain markets
Multi-Asset

Attractive income opportunities for uncertain markets

In a turnaround from last year, there is renewed interest in the fixed income asset class as yields have risen. Ed Perks, CIO of Franklin Income Investors, shares his analysis of recent macro developments and where he sees opportunities for income.

Alternative Allocations: Alternatives by Franklin Templeton—access granted
Alternatives

Alternative Allocations: Alternatives by Franklin Templeton—access granted

Franklin Templeton recently hosted due diligence meetings with financial advisors where Tony Davidow, Senior Alternatives Investment Strategist, led discussions focused on alternative investments. He believes that advisor adoption is just beginning and that there are three primary drivers that could help alternatives grow at a rapid pace.

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe
Equity

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe

US Thanksgiving holiday week is traditionally a quiet one for equity markets globally, and last week proved to be just that. There were very little in terms of market catalysts, and equities slowly grinded higher.

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe
Equity

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe

The October US Consumer Price Index reading decelerated at a faster-than-expected rate, fuelling hopes for a dovish pivot from the Federal Reserve. Market expectations are now pricing in a Fed rate cut by May or June 2024, with all eyes on the next Fed meeting on 13 December.

Quick Thoughts: Inflation—the final mile
Perspectives

Quick Thoughts: Inflation—the final mile

In the context of fighting inflation, the “‘final mile”’ represents the successful and sustainable achievement of a central bank’s inflation target. Stephen Dover, Head of Franklin Templeton Institute, opines on the Fed’s ability to reach it.