Beyond Bulls & Bears

Quick Thoughts: Is it Europe’s moment to shine?
Equity

Quick Thoughts: Is it Europe’s moment to shine?

European economies, long seen as sluggish, are experiencing a renaissance. Germany is leading the charge with a historic investment in defense and infrastructure, while the EU provides crucial support. This article from Franklin Templeton Institute delves into the factors driving this economic surge and the challenges that lie ahead.

Quick Thoughts: Why are equity markets sinking?
Equity

Quick Thoughts: Why are equity markets sinking?

US policy uncertainties have rattled markets. Franklin Templeton Institute’s Stephen Dover offers his take on the situation—and what might help calm markets.

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.

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: What happens when election results are unexpected?
Emerging Markets

Quick Thoughts: What happens when election results are unexpected?

South Africa, Mexico and India all had unexpected election results. Find out what this means for the markets from Franklin Templeton Institute’s Stephen Dover and Kim Catechis.

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.

Quick Thoughts: Investment Ideas—Building portfolios during economic uncertainty
Perspectives

Quick Thoughts: Investment Ideas—Building portfolios during economic uncertainty

When the economic environment is uncertain, investors may be equally uncertain whether their portfolios are positioned to meet any unknown challenges ahead. Tony Davidow, Senior Alternatives Investment Strategist, Franklin Templeton Institute, shares some takeaways from a panel discussion on the topic.

Quick Thoughts: Positioning for a timely opportunity in munis
Fixed Income

Quick Thoughts: Positioning for a timely opportunity in munis

As markets continue to respond to an uncertain macroeconomic environment, the current fundamentals in the municipal bond market are creating an investment opportunity to capture strong after-tax total returns according to Stephen Dover, Head of Franklin Templeton Institute.