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Today’s complex markets require actionable insights that help identify opportunities now, while positioning for what’s next. In Quick takes on capital markets, we deliver short, timely takes on top-of-mind topics for investors.

Equities
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Global equities find strength beyond AI exposure
AI supports growth, but earnings delivery and structural tailwinds will increasingly drive returns.
October 9, 2026
Macro views
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3Q recap: Resilience is reshaping the outlook
In the third quarter, markets absorbed higher rates, rising oil prices, and renewed inflation concerns, and continued to advance. Strong earnings, consumer spending, and sustained AI-related investment kept growth intact, although that CAPEX may also be reinforcing a higher-for-longer rate environment. The result for investors is a broader opportunity set, highlighted by improved income in bonds, continued support for risk assets, and a greater premium on selectivity.
October 2, 2026
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Equities
Quick takes
Global equities find strength beyond AI exposure
AI supports growth, but earnings delivery and structural tailwinds will increasingly drive returns.
October 9, 2026
Macro views
Quick takes
3Q recap: Resilience is reshaping the outlook
In the third quarter, markets absorbed higher rates, rising oil prices, and renewed inflation concerns, and continued to advance. Strong earnings, consumer spending, and sustained AI-related investment kept growth intact, although that CAPEX may also be reinforcing a higher-for-longer rate environment. The result for investors is a broader opportunity set, highlighted by improved income in bonds, continued support for risk assets, and a greater premium on selectivity.
October 2, 2026
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4Q 2026 Global Market Perspectives
Our quarterly investment outlook highlights the themes and investment implications for the period ahead.
October 7, 2026
Fixed income
4Q 2026 Fixed Income Perspectives
Themes, outlook, and investment implications across global fixed income markets.
October 12, 2026
Real estate & private markets
2026 Mid-year Inside Real Estate outlook
Amid geopolitical volatility and shifting macro crosscurrents, the CRE recovery remains intact - but uneven, with wider dispersion than headlines reveal. This creates a market that is ripe for alpha discovery through careful property, market, and fund selection.
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September CPI: Sticky inflation, but an October hike remains unlikely
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Navigate the complexities of the real estate market with our Europe sector report. Key outlooks and conditions at your fingertips.
October 8, 2026
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The Principal Alternative Credit risk framework which is consistently applied across all middle market transactions to inform our assessment of a borrower’s risk profile expected throughout the life of a loan.
Yesterday
September CPI highlights stubborn inflation pressures, though an October Fed hike remains unlikely.
Yesterday
Quarterly equity outlook exploring sector trends, risks, and opportunities shaping markets
October 12, 2026
Themes, outlook, and investment implications across global fixed income markets.
October 12, 2026
Stay ahead in real estate with our U.S. sector report. Discover market trends, sector performance, and future forecasts now.
October 12, 2026
AI supports growth, but earnings delivery and structural tailwinds will increasingly drive returns.
October 9, 2026
Navigate the complexities of the real estate market with our Europe sector report. Key outlooks and conditions at your fingertips.
October 8, 2026
The global office market is moving past its post-pandemic malaise and entering the early stages of recovery.
October 8, 2026
Our quarterly investment outlook highlights the themes and investment implications for the period ahead.
October 7, 2026
Liquid alternatives can strengthen diversification, reduce drawdowns, and add portfolio flexibility.
October 6, 2026