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Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe
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Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe

The United Kingdom is firmly back in focus for investors in Europe. Brexit risk is on the increase as we edge closer to the deadline of the European Union (EU) Council Summit on 15 October with no real positive movement towards an agreement.

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe
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Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe

In parts of the United States and in Europe, (namely France, Germany and Spain) COVID-19 cases have surged. So, the shape of global economic recovery from the pandemic remains uncertain. but markets appear to have shrugged this off for now.

COVID-19 Crisis Accelerates the Digital Transformation Trend
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COVID-19 Crisis Accelerates the Digital Transformation Trend

Digital transformation was already underway prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the resulting economic crisis has caused an acceleration, according to Franklin Equity Group’s Jonathan Curtis. He shares where his team is looking for potential opportunities within technology during the current period and beyond.

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe
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Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe

Economic data in developed markets continued to improve in June. Whilst we are not seeing all-time highs as in the United States in terms of positive macro surprises, the euro area seems to have now troughed and has reverted sharply.

Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe
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Notes from the Trading Desk – Europe

Clearly, the continued easing of COVID-19 lockdowns was in focus, with a close eye on an infection rates. For the most part, Europe tends to be faring relatively well, whilst the US rate is sharply on the rise, seeing record one-day increases in cases.

Quick Thoughts: A New Globalisation Emerges
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Quick Thoughts: A New Globalisation Emerges

Our Head of Equities Stephen Dover gives his take on the new globalisation, how the US Midwest may be the next emerging market, and what he thinks it means for strategic industries and supply chains.