Viewpoints about United States
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Macro anchors shaping the global growth outlook
The current global economic recovery remains delicate. We examine key macroeconomic themes that could influence the global growth trajectory in the near term.
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The Delta effect: Three-minute macro
The Delta variant of COVID-19 is certainly complicating the outlook for the global economy, and we’re keeping an eye on five ways that those complications may materialize. We also take an ESG lens on the gig economy and discuss the yield situation among emerging-market debt.
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U.S. inflation outlook—10 things to monitor
As concerns about U.S. inflation grows, investors are scrutinizing economic data for clues on what could happen next. We highlight 10 factors to monitor.
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The reopening recovery is underway
As we begin the summer season, health and safety protocols including lockdowns are being relaxed or eliminated and the Canadian economy is opening rapidly. So where do we go from here?
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Biden’s new administration bodes well for U.S. agriculture
As the Biden administration takes the reins in Washington, the agricultural sector is showing renewed momentum. Learn more.
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Three-minute macro: what’s driving earnings?
The drivers of equity market performance so far this year look very different than last. We’re also mindful of a potential cooling in the housing market, while we expect major financial institutions to keep track of inequality issues going forward.
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Three-minute macro: real rates, real concerns
Real rates are on the rise, which may create issues for equity investors, while COVID-19 may exacerbate inequality issues. Read more.
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Vaccine for COVID-19: is the wait finally over?
Biopharmaceutical manufacturers Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna announced encouraging interim data for their respective COVID-19 vaccine candidate; we examine the short- and long-term implications of the latest developments.
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How should investors approach the upcoming U.S. election?
Uncertainty typically spikes in the lead-up to the U.S. election. Our Global Chief Economist Frances Donald identifies key themes that investors should be monitoring.
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Global Macro Outlook: navigating a slowing recovery
In this edition of Global Macro Outlook, we outline the key macroeconomic themes that are likely to shape the financial markets during the stall-out phase of the recovery and highlight how it’s playing out in major economies around the world.
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