Viewpoints about market volatility
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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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10 need-to-know facts about the bull market’s 10th anniversary
As the bull market turns 10, it has plenty of stories to tell—including a near-death experience. Learn 10 facts about its record run and its impact on equity investing.
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Three alternative asset classes worth watching right now
Some types of alternative investments perform better than others during certain phases of the business cycle. See which categories we favor in this environment.
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Growing together while splitting apart
Global Chief Economist Megan E. Greene believes that if there’s any immediate danger to the U.S. economy, it would be the equity markets. Find out why.
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Stock market bears come in all shapes and sizes
A 20% decline or more from a market peak is broadly defined as a bear market for equities but, in our view, that’s an oversimplification. Here’s how to understand—and prepare for—bear markets.
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Top searched finance terms of 2018
Year-end lists can contain insight for investors when thinking about the year ahead. We present the top searched-for finance-related terms in 2018.
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U.S.-China trade agreement: a plan to discuss a plan
The U.S-China trade truce buys a little time to try to avert escalating tariffs, but the lack of details presents a cause for concern for investors. Learn why.
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Markets are searching for the next U.S. recession—the economy says not yet
U.S. equities have taken another turn lower, and investors are wondering whether the economic expansion is coming to a close. We look at why, so far, the economy says otherwise.
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Habemus Brexit!
The UK government is in turmoil over the Prime Minister's hard-won Brexit deal. We look at the likelihood of it getting through Parliament and what's next for the UK.
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Markets alone will determine Italy’s future
The best hope for resolving the row between Brussels and Rome over the Italian budget resides with the market—see Megan Greene’s take on the latest developments.
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