Tag: Central Bank

Market Moves January 31, 2019

Jerome Powell’s Lousy Market Record for Fed Day Ends

Since he took over the Federal Reserve, stocks had dropped on days when its policymaking body wrapped up work—until yesterday.

Asset Management Culture November 28, 2017

Survey Shows Geopolitical Risk Tops Pension, Asset Managers’ Concerns

Institutional investors are split over how much risk central banks present.

Newsmakers September 11, 2017

Northern Trust’s McDonald: Outlook Remains Positive

Continued strength from the equities market may be the most consistent return-driver allocators can hope for.

Research June 13, 2017

Global Public Investor Assets Rise to $33.5 Trillion in 2016

Report finds pension funds spurred increase in worldwide asset total.

Industry White Papers

The Power of Portfolio Flexibility Many investment managers apply strict portfolio constraints under the guise of risk management best practices. This paper examines the costs of those investment constraints and how an unconstrained investment approach can be key in generating long-term excess returns.

Quantitative Science—Actively Adding To Fixed Income Decisions Quantitative vs. active debate? This issue of Franklin Templeton Fixed Income Markets explains how our “active quant” approach sets us apart.

The Case for Greater China Exposure in Global Equity Portfolios Discover what makes China a compelling, stand-alone investment opportunity.

The China Position Gauging institutional investor confidence in their strategy for entering this growing market

Four strategies for investing in emerging markets Ways to manage your EM allocation, an out of favor, but still appealing asset class.

Brexit Implementation Guide How should investors consider positioning their portfolios?