Jupiter Merlin Weekly: Playing monetary policy Whack-a-Mole

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The Jupiter Merlin team discuss the continuing efforts of central banks to play monetary policy Whack-a-Mole, as this time it’s Japan’s turn to shock markets.

Jupiter Merlin Weekly: The bluffing game goes on

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The Jupiter Merlin team discuss the continue game of bluff between the bond markets and the principal central banks.

Jupiter Merlin Weekly: Autocrats and dictators under pressure

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The Jupiter Merlin team discuss the various pressures on the autocratic rulers of China, Iran and Russia, and wonder whether markets are too sanguine about macro risks.

Jupiter Merlin Weekly: Energy is a complex and fickle master

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The Jupiter Merlin team examine how the complex geopolitics behind international energy supplies could impact the path of inflation.

Outlook 2023: Shunning predictions to focus on sustainable trends

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The team at NZS Capital explain why they don’t make macro forecasts or try to predict when market focus will shift, but instead look for sustainable investable trends.

Outlook 2023: Recession, but that needn’t be bad for bonds

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Adam Darling looks ahead to the prospect of bad economic news in 2023, but explains why he hasn’t been this optimistic about bond markets for years.

Outlook 2023: Is the time ripe for emerging markets?

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Nick Payne explains why he believes emerging markets are poised for a recovery after a challenging year.

Outlook 2023: Europe, is it dawn yet?

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Mark Nichols and Mark Heslop discuss why they are staying positive, and the subtle difference between investing in European companies and investing in Europe.

Outlook 2023: Hard yards ahead for UK economy

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After a volatile year for UK investors, Richard Buxton examines the headwinds facing the UK economy and explains why there are reasons to be optimistic despite the challenges ahead.

Outlook 2023: Bonds are back

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Ariel Bezalel and Harry Richards assess the prospects for fixed income as inflation fades and growth concerns emerge.