UBS CIO notes the S&P 500 reached a record high of 7,737 on strong earnings and easing geopolitical risks, with AI-related demand and a resilient economy supporting the rally. The firm remains constructive on equities but advises diversification, selective AI…
Westpac IQ's sustainability report covers new climate disclosure guidance, investor trends on net-zero, the GHG Protocol Land Sector and Removals Standard, and several Australian clean energy and natural capital projects, including Orica's hydrogen hub and…
Man Institute's report on portable alpha strategies outlines five critical questions for investors, covering cash buffers, alpha quality and correlation, fees, rebalancing frequency, and structural risk. The report recommends at least 30% unencumbered cash…
J.P. Morgan Global Research has revised its Fed rate outlook, now expecting a 25bp hike in December 2026 to 3.75-4.0%, citing credibility concerns about the new Fed chair and reaccelerating inflation. The report also analyzes the Fed's five task forces,…
Schroders' July commentary on the Australian equity market highlights strength driven by banks and commodities, but warns of low earnings growth outside resource stocks, high valuations, and a lack of productivity improvements. The firm recommends a defensive…
Barclays' H2 2026 Hedge Fund Outlook reveals record investor interest in hedge funds and quantitative investment strategies (QIS), driven by demand for diversification and downside protection. A survey of 340 investors managing $8.7 trillion shows growing…
Canada’s trade balance held in surplus for a fourth consecutive month in June with a jump in gold exports offsetting a (price-related) drop in energy exports. The monthly trade data is notoriously volatile, but still left net trade tracking a sizable net…
OCBC Research's Daily Treasury Outlook for 4 August 2026 highlights a strong rebound in US equities driven by easing geopolitical tensions and lower oil prices, robust US manufacturing data, and mixed global PMIs. The report also covers Indonesia's improving…
UBS CIO advises that the AI trade's next phase demands more than just owning AI spenders; investors should diversify across enabling sectors like power, semicap equipment, health care, and industrials.
Sign up to subscribe to the latest insights from KKR Sign up to subscribe to the latest insights from KKR The combination of structural quality, reduced sector concentration, and growing issuer demand is what we mean when we say high yield may…
Invesco argues that recent market volatility, particularly in tech and AI-related stocks, represents a healthy consolidation within a structural bull market rather than a fundamental deterioration. The firm counters concerns over AI overinvestment, noting…
SMBC expects the Fed to pivot to rate hikes at the September 16 FOMC meeting, driven by persistent above-target inflation and hawkish remarks from several Fed officials. A simple majority of 7 among 12 voters is needed, and the recent dissents plus additional…
OCBC Research's Daily Treasury Outlook highlights a mixed global risk tone with hopes of a US-Iran deal, a rebound in US equities despite Fed uncertainty, rising long-end Treasury yields, and diverging regional economic data across Asia. Key forecasts include…
PIMCO remains constructive on U.S. credit markets, viewing the U.S. as a preferred investment destination despite potential headwinds. The firm highlights attractive yields and resilient fundamentals, favoring selective risk-taking in corporate credit with a…
UBS CIO maintains a constructive outlook, expecting robust earnings growth to drive global equities higher, disinflation to keep the Fed on hold for the rest of 2026, and quality fixed income and commodities to serve as portfolio diversifiers.
The global ETF market has expanded to $22.1 trillion in assets as of April 2026, with the U.S. leading at $14.9 trillion. Growth is driven by innovations such as active, options-based, and levered ETFs, as well as a revival in thematic funds centered on AI.…
OCBC Research's August 3, 2026 report highlights that China's weak July PMI data—manufacturing at 49.2 and services at 49.3—reinforces the case for more policy support, though the focus remains on implementation rather than acceleration. Hong Kong's economy…
Follow our podcasts by searching ‘ OCBC Research Insights ’ on Telegram! 1 By Global Markets | 3 August 2026 Research Monitor (August) Key Themes 1. July reinforced that markets are being driven less by growth optimism than by policy uncertainty and…
Commerzbank corporate client executives assess the resilience of international trade amid geopolitical shocks, including the Strait of Hormuz closure affecting energy and broader supply chains. They highlight rising costs, inflation pass-through, and the…
Commerzbank highlights India's robust economic growth driven by domestic investment, a young workforce, and government co-investment. The EU-India FTA signed in January 2026 opens trade opportunities, but CBAM costs may offset tariff savings. Key investment…