Five ‘swords of Damocles’ hang over markets
Global market are facing several issues, including the fast-approaching deadlines for another US government shutdown, a US-China trade deal, and Brexit.
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Global market are facing several issues, including the fast-approaching deadlines for another US government shutdown, a US-China trade deal, and Brexit.
Divergence, disruption and debt overhang – three key themes to watch in 2019. Read Kristina Hooper and Arnab Das' outlook.
Following a year of turmoil, John Greenwood, Invesco's Chief Economist, shares his thoughts for the global economy in 2019.
In recent weeks, the prospect of a global trade war has emerged more clearly and presents major consequences for global markets. While the implications are difficult to assess, a tightening of financial conditions could be strong enough to significantly curtail US growth.
Exploring the potential for populism, protectionism and pressure on debtors: Last week brought renewed focus to three areas of concern: populism, protectionism and pressure on debtors. It appears that we may be moving closer to certain outcomes that could be of concern to markets.
As inflation fears effect the markets we share our outlook for global bond markets.
Asset class correlations have risen significantly since the global financial crisis, making traditional portfolio diversification strategies challenging. We discuss how three key macro factors can aid asset allocation.
With the US Federal Reserve gradually normalising interest rates, the US economy appears to be in good shape. Can President Trump take any of the credit?