Viewpoints from Manulife Investment Management
Established asset manager with global resources and expertise extending across equity, fixed-income, and alternative investments as well as asset allocation strategies
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A closer look at Morningstar's new core and core plus categories
Morningstar recently changed how it classifies intermediate-term bond funds, essentially splitting the category in two. Watch this video to learn more about the implications for investors.
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Probability of an interest-rate cut rises, but it’s unlikely to be in July
The latest Fed meeting offered hints about the future trajectory of rates, and we're standing by our view that the next change made will be a stimulative cut—it just may not happen as soon as some investors might hope. Read our complete analysis.
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Why China's rising tide isn't lifting emerging-market boats
China’s latest stimulus appears to be a stabilizing force for the nation’s economy amid rising trade tensions, but it may not do much to lift other emerging markets or the global economy.
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Why blending active and passive strategies is right for investors
Active/passive isn't an either/or. Learn how investors can benefit by combining both approaches in the same portfolio.
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Understanding strategic beta
While the category may feel relatively new, the concepts driving this most contemporary of investment approaches have roots that are decades old.
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U.S.-China trade war escalates, but U.S. recession remains unlikely
The U.S.-China trade war shows no sign of abating. As the negative effects of the dispute trickles down to the economy, will it move us closer to a recession?
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All that glitters: the problem with speculative small caps
A third of all small caps are unprofitable, speculative companies that are vulnerable to volatility. For this reason, a focus on quality small caps matters to investors.
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Incorporating ETFs into your portfolio
How do advisors use ETFs? We take a look at the most common strategies and offer some asset allocation insight.
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U.S. interest rates: there’s no need for the Fed to step on the gas
As the economy displays signs of renewed strength, is the Fed right to shift into neutral gear? Or should U.S. interest rates head lower?
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Another catalyst for China’s stock market: a higher profile in global indexes
An index provider is quadrupling the weighting of Chinese domestic stocks in its global indexes. We look at the implications for global markets, for Chinese stocks, and for investors.
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