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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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March CPI report: Energy lifts headline; core holding steady (for now)
Energy lifts March CPI to 3.3% while core holds steady, keeping Fed policy cautious
April 13, 2026
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2Q 2026 Fixed Income Perspectives
Themes, outlook, and investment implications across global fixed income markets.
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Oil prices threaten the tax tailwind
A tax-driven boost to consumers risks fading as oil prices erode household gains.
April 10, 2026
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Europe Real Estate Sector Report
Navigate the complexities of the real estate market with our Europe sector report. Key outlooks and conditions at your fingertips.
April 10, 2026
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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
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March jobs report: Whipsawing month to month
March jobs rebound masks volatility, leaving Fed weighing softening labor vs rising inflation.
April 3, 2026
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Supply-chain fragilities are emerging in tech
Middle East tensions expose hidden semiconductor supply risks, challenging tech resilience.
April 2, 2026
Equities
Tech’s resilience amid geopolitical tension masks growing supply‑chain fragilities
Tech resilience masks supply-chain risks that could disrupt semis and slow AI deployment.
April 1, 2026
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The cost of uncertainty for SMBs
SMBs face rising costs and policy uncertainty, with implications for hiring and growth.
March 27, 2026
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Macro views
March CPI report: Energy lifts headline; core holding steady (for now)
Energy lifts March CPI to 3.3% while core holds steady, keeping Fed policy cautious
April 13, 2026
Fixed income
2Q 2026 Fixed Income Perspectives
Themes, outlook, and investment implications across global fixed income markets.
April 13, 2026
Macro views Quick takes
Oil prices threaten the tax tailwind
A tax-driven boost to consumers risks fading as oil prices erode household gains.
April 10, 2026
Real estate & private markets
Europe Real Estate Sector Report
Navigate the complexities of the real estate market with our Europe sector report. Key outlooks and conditions at your fingertips.
April 10, 2026
Real estate & private markets
U.S. Real Estate Sector Report
Stay ahead in real estate with our U.S. sector report. Discover market trends, sector performance, and future forecasts now.
April 10, 2026
Macro views
Global Market Perspectives, 2Q 2026
Our quarterly investment outlook highlights the themes and investment implications for the period ahead.
April 8, 2026
Macro views
March jobs report: Whipsawing month to month
March jobs rebound masks volatility, leaving Fed weighing softening labor vs rising inflation.
April 3, 2026
Macro views Quick takes
Supply-chain fragilities are emerging in tech
Middle East tensions expose hidden semiconductor supply risks, challenging tech resilience.
April 2, 2026
Equities
Tech’s resilience amid geopolitical tension masks growing supply‑chain fragilities
Tech resilience masks supply-chain risks that could disrupt semis and slow AI deployment.
April 1, 2026
Macro views
The cost of uncertainty for SMBs
SMBs face rising costs and policy uncertainty, with implications for hiring and growth.
March 27, 2026