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Amid Brexit Stalemate, Could a New Scottish Referendum Be on the Cards?
Fixed Income

Amid Brexit Stalemate, Could a New Scottish Referendum Be on the Cards?

Issues still remain unresolved between the United Kingdom and the European Union, with continued posturing on both sides. David Zahn, our Head of European Fixed Income, weighs in on the latest developments, and ponders whether we could see some disharmony within the United Kingdom—potentially leading to another Scottish referendum.

Notes from the Trading Desk
Equity

Notes from the Trading Desk

This week it will be the familiar themes of continuing Brexit negotiations and COVID-19 cases and restrictions that should give European markets direction. In addition, third-quarter earnings season heats up. It’s a similar story in  in the United States, with politics, stimulus and earnings likely to drive markets.  

Brexit Saga Meets Trade Roadblocks
Fixed Income

Brexit Saga Meets Trade Roadblocks

The United Kingdom officially left the European Union in January of this year, but issues remain in the Brexit saga, namely trade relations. David Zahn, our Head of European Fixed Income, weighs in on the odds no deal will be reached by year-end—and the market implications.

The Future for UK Dividends: Unprecedented Times Bring Shifting Dividend Policies
Equity

The Future for UK Dividends: Unprecedented Times Bring Shifting Dividend Policies

The coronavirus pandemic could shape how UK businesses think about dividends going forward, says Franklin Templeton UK Equity's Colin Morton. He shares his on-the-ground thoughts on the UK economy, and how it measures up against the last global economic shock.