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An Investment Scorecard for the Biden Administration
History will judge him on many dimensions, but what can investors reasonably expect that will improve the value of USA Inc.?
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Macroeconomic & Geopolitical
Artificial Intelligence: Turbo-Charging The New Digital World
Building the foundations of Artificial Intelligence systems is a key driver of economic growth today. Specifically, combining Big Data and Machine Learning has the power to transform business models and whole industries.
White Paper - 20 min read
Macroeconomic & Geopolitical
Is a Blue Wave Enough to Deliver Blue Skies?
Disappointing U.S. employment suggests slowing momentum amid rising cases, but growth is expected to pick up on the backs of greater potential fiscal stimulus and vaccine deployments. Improving data in China confirms the PBOC can pursue its path of less accommodative policy.
The Week Ahead - 3 min read
Macroeconomic & Geopolitical
The Blue Wave & The Bond Market
The most notable event shaping the U.S. bond market to start the New Year was the outcome of the Georgia Senate races.
Research Note - 3 min read
Macroeconomic & Geopolitical
Build. Demolish. Repeat. Why Japanese Housing Is Unique
While Japan shares many characteristics with the West – a democratic political system and capitalist economic system among them – one area that distinguishes Japan as an outlier is the attitude the Japanese people have toward their homes.
Research Note - 3 min read
Macroeconomic & Geopolitical
Will the Brighter New Year Stay in Sync?
As we all bid good riddance to 2020—its pandemic, its politics and its market volatility—the picture coming into view looks brighter. The arrival of vaccines sooner and more effective than expected offers the prospect of a faster and broader return to normal activities.
Monthly Macro Dashboard - 10 min read
Macroeconomic & Geopolitical
Will U.S. Stimulus Arrive Too Late?
U.S. consumer spending and employment are weakening amid Lockdown 2.0, though fiscal stimulus may be nearby. Meanwhile, improving activity data in China will likely keep the PBOC on the path to policy normalization.
The Week Ahead - 3 min read
Macroeconomic & Geopolitical
A Secret Plan for America’s New China Policy
It’s based on the reviled and maligned Trans-Pacific Partnership, so don’t tell anyone.
Leading Thoughts - 3 min read
Macroeconomic & Geopolitical
Will Washington Deliver a Holiday Miracle?
U.S. initial claims increased amid rising COVID cases, adding more fuel to the stimulus negotiations fire growing in Congress. China activity data for November should improve, and the Bank of England is expected to remain dovish given the pandemic and Brexit.
The Week Ahead - 3 min read
Macroeconomic & Geopolitical
How Does Diversity Deliver Results?
As investors encourage asset managers and firms to boost management teams’ diversity, it feels like the right thing to do. But does it also deliver better results?
Research Note - 3 min read
Macroeconomic & Geopolitical
Software Investment & Job Growth in Japan
COVID-19 has adversely affected overall business fixed investment in Japan, with all industries as a whole expecting the declining trend of business investment for 2020, according to a September Bank of Japan Tankan survey.
Research Note - 2 min readWe use cookies on our website to provide you with the best experience. By proceeding to our site you agree to our Cookies Notice and our site Terms and Conditions.