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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.

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The growing role of capex in inflation dynamics
AI-driven capex and metals demand may sustain inflation even as energy pressures ease and oil
June 18, 2026
Macro views
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The five dynamics that are shaping today’s investment landscape
Five forces are reshaping markets, raising the bar for diversification and portfolio construction.
June 12, 2026
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Macro views
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The growing role of capex in inflation dynamics
AI-driven capex and metals demand may sustain inflation even as energy pressures ease and oil
June 18, 2026
Macro views
Quick takes
The five dynamics that are shaping today’s investment landscape
Five forces are reshaping markets, raising the bar for diversification and portfolio construction.
June 12, 2026
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2Q 2026 Fixed Income Perspectives
Themes, outlook, and investment implications across global fixed income markets.
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Global Market Perspectives, 2Q 2026
Our quarterly investment outlook highlights the themes and investment implications for the period ahead.
April 8, 2026
Real estate & private markets
2026 Mid-year Inside Real Estate outlook
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U.S.-China trade tensions: From complacency to concern
Renewed U.S.–China trade tensions raise tariff risks with major macro and market implications.
October 17, 2025
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Global Market Perspectives, 4Q 2025
Our quarterly investment outlook highlights the themes and investment implications for the period ahead.
October 8, 2025
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China’s flow-driven equity rally may have further upside
Consumer-focused stimulus fuels renewed optimism in China’s equity markets.
October 3, 2025
Macro views
Higher yields signal fiscal considerations may be back in the spotlight
Fiscal risks, not rate cuts, are driving long-end yields higher across advanced economies.
October 1, 2025
Macro views
September FOMC meeting: Fed is taking the no-risk free path to cuts
Fed cuts rates 25 bps, signals dovish tilt as labor market softens and uncertainty lingers.
September 17, 2025
Macro views Quick takes
Oversupply risks rise as oil demand softens
Oil markets face downside pressure as supply builds and demand momentum continues to soften.
September 12, 2025
Macro views
September ECB meeting: The end of the easing cycle… maybe?
While the ECB is likely to stay on pause for now, there remains the potential for another rate cut further down the line.
September 11, 2025
Macro views
August CPI report: Not enough to change the Fed’s course
August CPI rose slightly, but labor market weakness keeps Fed on track for rate cuts.
September 11, 2025
Macro views
Oil markets: Bracing for a surplus
Oil markets face oversupply risks as fundamentals outweigh geopolitics—what it means for investors.
September 8, 2025
Macro views Quick takes
Principal Well-Being Index: Small businesses not yet increasing prices
Small businesses are delaying price hikes despite tariffs—raising risks of future inflation.
September 5, 2025
Results 71 - 80 of 207
Macro views
U.S.-China trade tensions: From complacency to concern
Renewed U.S.–China trade tensions raise tariff risks with major macro and market implications.
October 17, 2025
Macro views
Global Market Perspectives, 4Q 2025
Our quarterly investment outlook highlights the themes and investment implications for the period ahead.
October 8, 2025
Macro views Quick takes
China’s flow-driven equity rally may have further upside
Consumer-focused stimulus fuels renewed optimism in China’s equity markets.
October 3, 2025
Macro views
Higher yields signal fiscal considerations may be back in the spotlight
Fiscal risks, not rate cuts, are driving long-end yields higher across advanced economies.
October 1, 2025
Macro views
September FOMC meeting: Fed is taking the no-risk free path to cuts
Fed cuts rates 25 bps, signals dovish tilt as labor market softens and uncertainty lingers.
September 17, 2025
Macro views Quick takes
Oversupply risks rise as oil demand softens
Oil markets face downside pressure as supply builds and demand momentum continues to soften.
September 12, 2025
Macro views
August CPI report: Not enough to change the Fed’s course
August CPI rose slightly, but labor market weakness keeps Fed on track for rate cuts.
September 11, 2025
Macro views
September ECB meeting: The end of the easing cycle… maybe?
While the ECB is likely to stay on pause for now, there remains the potential for another rate cut further down the line.
September 11, 2025
Macro views
Oil markets: Bracing for a surplus
Oil markets face oversupply risks as fundamentals outweigh geopolitics—what it means for investors.
September 8, 2025
Macro views Quick takes
Principal Well-Being Index: Small businesses not yet increasing prices
Small businesses are delaying price hikes despite tariffs—raising risks of future inflation.
September 5, 2025