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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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Why banks could be the next AI beneficiaries
Banks may be an overlooked beneficiary of AI spending and a broadening market leadership backdrop.
August 7, 2026
Macro views
Quick takes
The Federal Reserve: a question of credibility
The Fed may stay on hold, but rising long-end yields could eventually force its hand.
July 31, 2026
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Equities
Quick takes
Why banks could be the next AI beneficiaries
Banks may be an overlooked beneficiary of AI spending and a broadening market leadership backdrop.
August 7, 2026
Macro views
Quick takes
The Federal Reserve: a question of credibility
The Fed may stay on hold, but rising long-end yields could eventually force its hand.
July 31, 2026
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Fixed income
3Q 2026 Fixed Income Perspectives
Themes, outlook, and investment implications across global fixed income markets.
July 9, 2026
Macro views
Global Market Perspectives, 3Q 2026
Our quarterly investment outlook highlights the themes and investment implications for the period ahead.
July 8, 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.
June 16, 2026
Fixed income
3Q 2026 Fixed Income Perspectives
Themes, outlook, and investment implications across global fixed income markets.
July 9, 2026
Macro views
Global Market Perspectives, 3Q 2026
Our quarterly investment outlook highlights the themes and investment implications for the period ahead.
July 8, 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.
June 16, 2026
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Macro views
January jobs report: A strong rebound after a soft 2025 labor market
January jobs data shows a firmer labor market and a broad rebound in hiring.
February 12, 2026
Real estate & private markets
The (CRE)covery
RE recovery begins, but uneven markets signal a long cycle defined by selectivity and dispersion.
February 12, 2026
Real estate & private markets
Europe CRE deal volumes finish 2025 flat
European CRE deal volumes held steady in 2025 despite a softer fourth quarter.
February 11, 2026
Equities
Tech selloff: Reset, not rupture
Tech pullback deepens as investors weigh AI disruption, valuations, and shifting market leadership.
February 6, 2026
Equities Quick takes
Industrials: AI-linked opportunity within a diversified sector
AI scrutiny and broadening growth revive the case for Industrials as market leadership widens.
February 6, 2026
Real estate & private markets
Lending standards loosen for the first time since 2022
SLOOS shows easing CRE standards and firming demand, setting the stage for price momentum.
February 5, 2026
Macro views Quick takes
February ECB meeting: An agile approach to policy
ECB holds rates steady as growth stays resilient and inflation remains on track toward target.
February 5, 2026
Equities
Don’t overlook the world: The case for going global in equity investing
Investors should diversify into international equities to reduce U.S. concentration risks and enhance returns.
February 2, 2026
Real estate & private markets
Unlocking data center opportunities through partnership
In today’s market, partnering with top-tier data center providers supports our investment process.
February 2, 2026
Macro views
2026 Private Infrastructure Outlook
Explore what’s ahead in our 2026 Private Infrastructure outlook and how investors can position for the year ahead.
February 2, 2026
Results 111 - 120 of 423
Real estate & private markets
The (CRE)covery
RE recovery begins, but uneven markets signal a long cycle defined by selectivity and dispersion.
February 12, 2026
Macro views
January jobs report: A strong rebound after a soft 2025 labor market
January jobs data shows a firmer labor market and a broad rebound in hiring.
February 12, 2026
Real estate & private markets
Europe CRE deal volumes finish 2025 flat
European CRE deal volumes held steady in 2025 despite a softer fourth quarter.
February 11, 2026
Equities
Tech selloff: Reset, not rupture
Tech pullback deepens as investors weigh AI disruption, valuations, and shifting market leadership.
February 6, 2026
Equities Quick takes
Industrials: AI-linked opportunity within a diversified sector
AI scrutiny and broadening growth revive the case for Industrials as market leadership widens.
February 6, 2026
Real estate & private markets
Lending standards loosen for the first time since 2022
SLOOS shows easing CRE standards and firming demand, setting the stage for price momentum.
February 5, 2026
Macro views Quick takes
February ECB meeting: An agile approach to policy
ECB holds rates steady as growth stays resilient and inflation remains on track toward target.
February 5, 2026
Macro views
2026 Private Infrastructure Outlook
Explore what’s ahead in our 2026 Private Infrastructure outlook and how investors can position for the year ahead.
February 2, 2026
Macro views
Federal Reserve Chair Nomination: Kevin Warsh
Warsh’s Fed nomination and its impact on policy, markets, and the outlook for 2026.
February 2, 2026
Equities
Don’t overlook the world: The case for going global in equity investing
Investors should diversify into international equities to reduce U.S. concentration risks and enhance returns.
February 2, 2026