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  1. Special Episode: Manufacturing Data Sends an Upbeat Signal

    12 december 2019 · 3 min

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    On this episode with special guest Chetan Ahya, the firm’s Chief Global Economist, Trade tensions have put a damper on global manufacturing, but is the tide poised to turn after the first broad-based sentiment uptick in seven months?

  2. Michael Zezas: U.S.-China Trade: What Happens in 2020?

    11 december 2019 · 2 min

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    On today's episode, Although some reports have suggested progress on a phase one deal, markets are still seeking a clear signal forward on trade—and that means tackling the more difficult phase two deal.

  3. Mike Wilson: The Virtuous Circle of Excess Liquidity

    9 december 2019 · 4 min

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    On today's episode, Central banks seem likely to continue their balance sheet expansion into next year, driving lower volatility, more cash into equities… and some great expectations.

  4. Andrew Sheets: 2020 Playbook: Analyzing the Bear Case

    6 december 2019 · 3 min

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    In this special two part bull/bear series, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets shares insight on the catalysts that could hamper market returns in 2020.

  5. Michael Zezas: How Do Close U.S. Elections Affect Markets?

    4 december 2019 · 2 min

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    On today's episode, On average, election-year market performance varies by about 9% for elections that are narrow contests vs. elections with a clear frontrunner. So how could 2020 pan out?

  6. Mike Wilson: A Volatility Reprieve

    2 december 2019 · 4 min

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    On today's episode, Whether it's called quantitative easing or not, the recent expansion in central bank balance sheets is having a profound impact on volatility - Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson explains why.

  7. Michael Zezas: Optimism Over the U.S.-EU Auto Tariffs?

    27 november 2019 · 2 min

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    On today's episode, With a key deadline for U.S. tariffs on EU autos now past, could European stocks outperform in 2020? Head of Public Policy Michael Zezas shares some analysis.

  8. Mike Wilson: Global Reflation: To Be or Not to Be?

    25 november 2019 · 5 min

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    On this episode, Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson explains why global reflation may be back—and could be a powerful longer-term theme for portfolio allocations.

  9. Andrew Sheets: Commodities Outlook 2020: Too Much of Everything?

    22 november 2019 · 3 min

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    On this episode, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets says oversupply may spell headwinds for commodities in 2020 but there are exceptions.

  10. Michael Zezas: The 2020 Election: 4 Sectors to Watch

    20 november 2019 · 2 min

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    On this episode, Head of Public Policy Michael Zezas says performance in four key sectors could be a bellwether for how investors view the outcome of next year’s elections.

  11. Andrew Sheets: As Global Growth Improves, What to Watch

    18 november 2019 · 3 min

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    On this episode, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets says global growth should pick up in 2020, but unevenly. The key for investors will be identifying the right opportunities.

  12. Andrew Sheets: Will Markets See End-of-Year Holiday Cheer?

    15 november 2019 · 3 min

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    On this episode, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets analyzes the historical phenomenon of the “end-of-year equities rally.” Will 2019 follow suit?

  13. Michael Zezas: The Power of Unified Government

    13 november 2019 · 3 min

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    On this episode, Head of U.S. Public Policy Michael Zezas says a potential boost to the U.S. economy has less to do with political parties than it does a unified policy vision.

  14. Mike Wilson: The Return of the Secular Bull Market?

    11 november 2019 · 4 min

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    On this episode, Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson shares three reasons why equities markets have rallied over the past few months… and where they could go from here.

  15. Andrew Sheets: A Tough Road Ahead for the 60/40 Portfolio?

    8 november 2019 · 4 min

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    On this episode, Chief-Cross Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets continues his discussion on the 10-year outlook for the U.S. and Europe—and identifies the challenges ahead.

  16. Michael Zezas: The 2020 Election Outlook for Investors

    7 november 2019 · 2 min

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    On this episode, Head of U.S. Public Policy Michael Zezas says one thing has become clear as we approach 2020: Investors need to plan today for market reactions next year.

  17. Special Episode: Weighing a Global Growth Recovery

    7 november 2019 · 3 min

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    On this episode, special guest Chetan Ahya, the firm’s Chief Global Economist, says a global growth recovery could be possible in 2020… assuming two key forces align.

  18. Mike Wilson: Amid New Highs, Uncertainty Remains

    4 november 2019 · 4 min

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    On this episode, Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson says the jury may be out on whether we’re at a trough for the U.S. economy, but two international markets may hold promise for investors.

  19. Andrew Sheets: The Cost of Easy Policy: A 10 Year Outlook

    1 november 2019 · 3 min

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    On today's episode, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets takes a look at expected market returns over the next decade and explains how current policy affects future returns.

  20. Michael Zezas: How Do Markets View Major Policy Proposals? (Replay)

    30 oktober 2019 · 2 min

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    On today's episode, Head of U.S. Public Policy Michael Zezas takes a look at transformative policy proposals by 2020 Presidential candidates. How could big policies like Medicare-for-All reshape markets?

  21. Mike Wilson: Are U.S. Equities Defying Gravity?

    28 oktober 2019 · 3 min

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    On today’s episode, a curious paradox: Although major indices are making new highs, many defensive stocks are leading the pack. Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson explains why.

  22. Andrew Sheets: Can Sentiment Alone Drive Markets Higher?

    25 oktober 2019 · 3 min

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    On today's episode, Optimism in markets has risen significantly over the past three weeks. But Chief-Across Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets asks, “Is optimism enough?”

  23. Michael Zezas: Could “Phase One” Be the Turning Point?

    23 oktober 2019 · 2 min

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    On this episode, Head of U.S. Public Policy Michael Zezas explains why a global growth rebound could largely hinge on trade negotiations ahead of the December 15th tariffs.

  24. Mike Wilson: 5 Pockets of Opportunity for Equities Investors

    21 oktober 2019 · 4 min

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    On today's episode, Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson says investors may want to steer clear of expensive growth stocks in favor of some defensive and cheaper-priced stocks.

  25. Andrew Sheets: One Market We Feel Good About

    18 oktober 2019 · 3 min

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    On today’s episode, Chief Cross Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets highlights the one market in which the currency, government bonds and equities may all be solid defensive plays.

  26. Michael Zezas: A “Durable Pause” on U.S.-China Trade Tensions?

    16 oktober 2019 · 2 min

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    On today’s episode, Head of Public Policy Michael Zezas says unlike prior tariff pauses, the “phase one” agreement could have durability. However, much uncertainty remains.

  27. Mike Wilson: How Will the “Phase One” Trade Deal Impact Earnings?

    14 oktober 2019 · 4 min

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    On today's episode, Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson says the U.S.-China trade deal is a step in the right direction, but the real story is still the corporate profits outlook.

  28. Andrew Sheets: Is the Dollar Losing It’s Safe Haven Status?

    11 oktober 2019 · 3 min

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    On today's episode, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets explains how three of the dollar’s most attractive qualities could be shifting right before our eyes.

  29. Michael Zezas: The Key Variable in U.S.-China Trade Talks

    9 oktober 2019 · 2 min

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    On today's episode, Head of U.S. Public Policy Michael Zezas says when it comes to trade, movement toward a meaningful compromise will likely come down to one fundamental variable.

  30. Mike Wilson: An Unsatisfying Market for Bulls and Bears?

    7 oktober 2019 · 4 min

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    On today’s episode, Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson says both bulls and bears were likely a bit frustrated trying to trade last week's sell-off and rally. So what’s the next move for investors?

  31. Andrew Sheets: The 3 Most Powerful Market Indicators?

    4 oktober 2019 · 3 min

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    On today's episode, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets says despite the myriad models used to assess the direction of markets, three simple indicators may be the most valuable.

  32. Michael Zezas: U.S.-China Trade: The Outlook for Fall

    2 oktober 2019 · 2 min

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    On today's episode, A number of trade-related events on the fall calendar could mean progress—or an escalation—on the trade impasse. Head of U.S. Public Policy Michael Zezas provides an overview.

  33. Special Series: U.S. Housing Faces a Generational Turning Point

    1 oktober 2019 · 3 min

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    On this special episode, Equity Analyst Richard Hill examines the coming seismic shift for investors as Baby Boomers pass the housing baton to Millennials and Generation Z.

  34. Mike Wilson: Are Markets Rethinking Pricey Growth Stocks?

    30 september 2019 · 3 min

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    On today’s episode, Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson explains why markets may be having a change of heart on expensive—and sometimes unprofitable—growth stocks.

  35. Andrew Sheets: A Tale of Two Oil Price Spikes

    27 september 2019 · 3 min

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    On today’s podcast, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets says oil prices tend to spike for two very different reasons and the distinction for investors is quite important.

  36. Michael Zezas: How Do Markets View Major Policy Proposals?

    25 september 2019 · 2 min

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    On today's episode, Head of U.S. Public Policy Michael Zezas takes a look at transformative policy proposals by 2020 Presidential candidates. How could big policies like Medicare-for-All reshape markets?

  37. Special Series: Is NextGen Reinventing the Banking Experience?

    24 september 2019 · 5 min

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    On this special episode, Betsy Graseck, global head of banking research, explains how Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the financial industry in their tech-savvy, mobile-first image.

  38. Mike Wilson: Looking Toward Q3 Earnings

    23 september 2019 · 3 min

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    On today’s podcast, investors are watching for progress on trade and signs of future Fed policy. But according to Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson, it still comes down to Q3 earnings season.

  39. Andrew Sheets: Are Lower Interest Rates Always Beneficial?

    20 september 2019 · 3 min

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    On today's episode, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets says although lower interest rates help boost economic activity, the full impact is more complicated.

  40. Michael Zezas: Investors Look for Progress on U.S-China Trade

    18 september 2019 · 3 min

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    On today’s podcast, Head of U.S. Public Policy Michael Zezas says a potential improvement in some key U.S. economic indicators will need real progress on trade—not just headlines.

  41. Special Series: Which Way is U.S. Spending Trending?

    17 september 2019 · 3 min

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    Which generations spend more: Boomers or Millennials/Gen Z? On this special episode, equity analyst Lauren Cassel takes a look at which sectors stand to gain in the years ahead.

  42. Mike Wilson: Value Stocks Have Their Moment

    16 september 2019 · 3 min

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    On today’s podcast, Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson dives into last week’s historic reversal between value and growth stocks. Can the value rally last?

  43. Andrew Sheets: Is There a Downside to Cutting Interest Rates?

    13 september 2019 · 3 min

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    On today’s podcast, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets asks the timely question, “If lower interest rates stimulate growth, why wouldn’t central banks lower them?”

  44. Special Series: From Baby Boom to Youth Boom

    10 september 2019 · 4 min

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    Is America’s next heyday ahead? On this special episode, Chief U.S. Economist Ellen Zentner explains why America’s youth may be set to power U.S. GDP in the coming years.

  45. Mike Wilson: Home on the Range Bound?

    9 september 2019 · 3 min

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    On today's podcast, Investors may be feeling some déjà vu as upbeat news on trade drives a new rally. Could markets break out this time or is another correction ahead? Analysis from Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson.

  46. Andrew Sheets: What Happens When the Price Isn’t Right?

    6 september 2019 · 3 min

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    On today’s podcast, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets says as global growth weakens, investors tend to focus on the most desirable companies (which are already priced to perfection). So what does that mean for returns?

  47. Michael Zezas: Pondering a World of Unresolved Trade Issues

    4 september 2019 · 2 min

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    On today’s podcast, Head of U.S. Public Policy Michael Zezas takes a moment to consider the long-term effects regardless of whether or not the U.S. and China are unable to negotiate a meaningful trade arrangement.

  48. Mike Wilson: New Data Sends Concerning Signs for U.S. Stocks

    3 september 2019 · 4 min

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    On today's podcast, Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson says a popular narrative forecasted a rebound for the second half of 2019. However, new data on lower U.S. factory activity could counter that expectation.

  49. Andrew Sheets: Title: Can Central Banks Cure Market Woes?

    30 augustus 2019 · 3 min

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    On today’s podcast, Chief Cross-Asset Strategist Andrew Sheets examines central bank actions to boost markets and the negative effects—intended or not—that these moves could have.

  50. Michael Zezas: U.S.-China Trade and “The Prisoner’s Dilemma” (Replay)

    28 augustus 2019 · 2 min

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    On today’s episode, Head of U.S. Public Policy Michael Zezas explains why a key principle of game theory could help investors navigate markets amid rising trade tensions.