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The Outlook on Outlooks

Chief Market Strategist David Lafferty discusses the pros and cons of annual market predictions and outlooks.

Finding Opportunities in Divergent Outlooks

A lack of consensus on the investment outlook for 2020 may argue for a more nimble approach to portfolio construction and rebalancing in the new year.

Why a Recession May Not Be Imminent

Generally solid US economic data and signs of improvement in China point to a market stabilization or improvement rather than a further slowdown.

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What Clearing Geopolitical Clouds Could Mean for Investors What Clearing Geopolitical Clouds Could Mean for Investors

How a looming Brexit deal and evidence of easing geopolitical tensions between the US and China could affect markets and investors.

Should Investors Be Concerned About a Market Bubble? Should Investors Be Concerned About a Market Bubble?

Chief Market Strategist David Lafferty on what makes a market bubble and what investors should be mindful of as they consider portfolio allocations.

US-China Phase One: What It Could Mean for Investors US-China Phase One: What It Could Mean for Investors

A look at how a trade truce between the US and China came together and what it could mean for markets and investors in the months ahead.

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WCM Targets Global Growth Equity Opportunities with a Focus on Corporate Culture WCM Targets Global Growth Equity Opportunities with a Focus on Corporate Culture

As they search for portfolio opportunities, WCM looks at how companies define their objectives, encourage talent, and foster innovation.

Using Analytics to Help Advisors Build Better Portfolios
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Using Analytics to Help Advisors Build Better Portfolios

Watch this brief introduction to Natixis Portfolio Clarity®, an institutional-quality portfolio analysis service for financial professionals.

Natixis Portfolio Clarity<sup>®</sup> US Portfolio Trends – Summer Six Pack 2019 Natixis Portfolio Clarity® US Portfolio Trends – Summer Six Pack 2019

Six midyear asset allocation trends derived from in-depth analysis of financial advisor moderate model portfolios submitted to Natixis Portfolio Clarity®.

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Top 10 Countries for Retirement Security
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Top 10 Countries for Retirement Security

The 2019 Global Retirement Index (GRI) reveals the top 10 countries for retirement security around the world.

  • October 23, 2019
2019 Global Retirement Index 2019 Global Retirement Index

The 2019 Global Retirement Index reveals three critical threats to retirement security – interest rates, demographics, and climate change – as well as what they mean for individuals and institutions.

  • September 19, 2019
Six Simple Reasons Why Yesterday’s Volatile Markets Are a Wake-Up Call for Investors Today
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Six Simple Reasons Why Yesterday’s Volatile Markets Are a Wake-Up Call for Investors Today

The 2019 Natixis Global Survey of Individual Investors reveals that investors are conflicted about risk, returns and what they can expect from their investments.

  • July 15, 2019

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Combining Investor and Climate Change Goals for Better Outcomes Combining Investor and Climate Change Goals for Better Outcomes

Perspectives on investing for a low carbon world and delivering competitive returns from a Mirova sustainable investments research analyst.

ESG Investing for Retirement
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ESG Investing for Retirement

Learn about the target date retirement funds that use ESG (environmental, social, governance) factors in the investment process.

  • September 13, 2019
The Worth of Water Security for Sustainable Companies The Worth of Water Security for Sustainable Companies

Investors may want to pay attention to companies committed to addressing water security challenges and sustainable economic development.

  • August 27, 2019

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