Beyond Bulls & Bears

Quick Thoughts: The dangers of inertia
Perspectives

Quick Thoughts: The dangers of inertia

What does the concept of inertia have to do with portfolio allocations? Head of Franklin Templeton Institute Stephen Dover explains.

Single-Country Allocation: Viewing the Opportunity Through Three Lenses
ETFs

Single-Country Allocation: Viewing the Opportunity Through Three Lenses

The case for disaggregating international exposure by allocating to single countries remains strong, according to Dina Ting, Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, Franklin Templeton Exchange-Traded Funds. She outlines three investment lenses that shape her team’s views.

International Growth Opportunities Amid the COVID-19 Crisis
Equity

International Growth Opportunities Amid the COVID-19 Crisis

As the global economy continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still opportunities for investors, says Franklin Equity Group Portfolio Manager Don Huber. He has an eye on international companies able to navigate the crisis period—particularly those in regions where recovery is happening faster.

The First (and Worst!) Quarter is Over: 9 Steps to Take Now
Multi-Asset

The First (and Worst!) Quarter is Over: 9 Steps to Take Now

In the first quarter of 2020, stock markets across the globe experienced one of the worst quarters in the history of global financial markets. But maybe it’s time for investors to take a pause and do some strategic thinking, according to Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions’ Wylie Tollette and Gene Podkaminer. They offer some practical investment wisdom in these turbulent times.

Lessons Learned from the Global Financial Crisis
Multi-Asset

Lessons Learned from the Global Financial Crisis

“We believe it’s difficult for any investor to time the market. We prefer to take a more disciplined approach to investing by sticking with a set mix of global stocks and bonds, rebalancing from quarter to quarter, regardless of market conditions.” – Tony Coffey, Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions

Risk Factor Investing: It’s Not All About The Upside

Risk Factor Investing: It’s Not All About The Upside

We recognize that very few risk assets—even those considered to be 'safe assets'—are not without their challenges. Most face some kind of headwind.