Market Perspectives at Midyear

From stocks and bonds to commodities and currencies, find out where things stand on the investment landscape at the midway point of 2024.

U.S. debt dilemma: No quick fixes and no catastrophes

The federal government’s debt has doubled since 2015—and shows no signs of turning around.

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Video: What can investors expect for the rest of 2024?

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Video: Three reasons Canadian investors should care about U.S. debt

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– Video: Three reasons Canadian investors should care about U.S. debt

Regional insights for 2024

Dive deeper into the trends, geopolitics and circumstances impacting the economies and markets in five key regions across the globe.

Global Insight 2024 Outlook: Investing for a new reality

Analysis

As equity investors face continuing challenges, an elevated bond yield environment has changed the equation.

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– Global Insight 2024 Outlook: Investing for a new reality

Global Insight 2024 Outlook: Canada

Analysis

While there are select opportunities in Canadian equities, the bond market looks the most attractive in years.

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– Global Insight 2024 Outlook: Canada

Global Insight 2024 Outlook: United States

Analysis

The stock market faces more crosscurrents than usual, while the bond market could deliver strong returns.

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– Global Insight 2024 Outlook: United States

Global Insight 2024 Outlook: Asia Pacific

Analysis

Japan still stands out as an attractive equity market, and in fixed income we prefer investment-grade corporates.

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– Global Insight 2024 Outlook: Asia Pacific

Global Insight 2024 Outlook: Europe

Analysis

2024 may be the year when fiscal and structural reform efforts enjoy the greatest impetus.

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– Global Insight 2024 Outlook: Europe

Global Insight 2024 Outlook: United Kingdom

Analysis

Stagflation risks and a likely general election suggest a volatile environment in 2024.

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– Global Insight 2024 Outlook: United Kingdom

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