Viewpoints about Fixed Income
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Asset allocation outlook: proceed with caution
There were a number of key economic and market themes in flux in 2023, most notably a global economic environment that held up stronger than most market participants predicted. As 2024 gets under way, we look at some of the themes driving our asset allocation outlook.
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The golden age of security selection in fixed income
The fixed-income environment has changed drastically over the past two years. We explain how an active strategy can take advantage of current market conditions.
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What’s likely in store for markets in 2024?
The start of a new year typically brings about new hopes, new goals, and—If you’re an investor—new questions about the global economy in next 12 months. Our Capital Market Strategy Team addresses the most frequently asked questions that have been posed to them about the coming year.
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Q4 2023 in review
Manulife Private Wealth reviews how Canadian, U.S., and global equities, and global bond markets performed in Q4 2023.
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Q3 2023 in review
Manulife Private Wealth reviews how Canadian, U.S., and global equities, and global bond markets performed in Q3 2023.
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Market outlook: equities have continued to shine, but macro challenges remain
Despite the challenging trading environment, equity markets globally managed to turn in a positive performance so far this year, particularly in the United States. Learn if that's likely to change in the coming months.
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Encouraging signs
Equity markets were generally stronger over the second quarter, with U.S. technology companies leading the charge.
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Five factors influencing the effectiveness of a 60/40 portfolio
We take a look at 5 macroeconomic factors that may influence the effectiveness of a 60/40 investing approach.
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Canada brings the curtain down on real return bonds
The phasing out of inflation-protected bonds ushers in a new era for inflation hedging in Canada. Now that new issuances of real return bonds are off the table, what tools do investors have in their arsenal to lead the fight against inflation? Learn more.
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Q1 2023 in review
Manulife Private Wealth reviews how Canadian and U.S. stocks, global equities, and global bond markets performed in Q1 2023.
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