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Despite better than expected Q3 GDP, we remain cautious as consumption has historically remained strong right up until or even past the start of previous recessions.
More...The toughest test for investors lies ahead as stimulus and consumer resilience fade while lagged effects of rate hikes take hold.
More...The U.S. interest burden is set to move higher in the coming decade and could eclipse the previous peak seen in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
More...Listed infrastructure’s defensiveness relative to other equities and its ability to provide long-term capital growth over an economic cycle relative to bonds offer differentiation in an environment of macroeconomic uncertainty and higher bond yields.
More...The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield is likely to decline in the coming year, creating catalysts for equity valuations and influencing market leadership.
More...In times of economic uncertainty and market volatility, investors turn to strategies that offer a balance of stability and growth. One asset class that is capturing increasing attention is global listed infrastructure.
More...Considering the timeline from initial rate hike to contraction, the horizon for a recession could be between mid-2023 and mid-2024.
More...2Q23 Commentary: The second half could see a tug of war between market expectations for a soft landing and more cautious economic forecasts.
More...Despite continued strong headline numbers suggesting labor market resilience, we believe an upward trend in initial jobless claims signals weakness ahead.
More...Infrastructure’s focus on cash flows and underlying earnings make it a prudent investment as economic conditions deteriorate and a recession looms.
More...The speed with which March’s bank crisis unfolded illustrated the need for both pre-emptive and proactive approaches to risk management.
More...Listen to Jeff Schulze discuss the likelihood of a recession in the U.S., detail factors contributing to inflation, and outline the implications of these developments for investors.
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