Macro

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US-Iran war: How to position fixed income
  • 06 May 2026

The US-Iran war created a significant negative supply shock for the global economy. Franklin Templeton Institute explores the implications for monetary policy and fixed income investors.

Chart to Watch: Maximising income per unit of risk amid higher-for-longer rates
  • 06 May 2026

In contrast to many securitised credit sectors, the US Agg captures very little credit spread income relative to its duration.

Monthly Checkpoints
  • 05 May 2026

Checkpoints is a comprehensive monthly chartbook highlighting major top-of-mind themes that could shape financial markets in the near term. In addition to the broader macroeconomic discussion, Chec...

Tax Highlights from the 2026 Newfoundland and Labrador Budget
  • 05 May 2026

Newfoundland and Labrador Budget 2026 highlights deficit outlook, tax cuts, higher basic personal amount, reduced small business tax, gas tax cuts, and expanded benefits.

Unlocking the UK’s Infrastructure potential through partnership
  • 05 May 2026

The UK government’s growth ambitions require the infrastructure investment landscape to transform. Explore how policy reform and long-term partnerships can help mobilise pension capital into projec...

Pairing US and European AAA-rated CLOs to enhance income opportunities
  • 05 May 2026

Learn why pairing US and European AAA-rated CLOs may enhance income, reduce duration risk, and improve diversification.

Real estate credit: targeted solutions for a shifting market landscape
  • 05 May 2026

As valuations reset and macro uncertainty persists, real estate credit can provide attractive yields backed by institutional-quality real estate, without needing to time the bottom. Bespoke loan st...

Markets look past war for now
  • 05 May 2026

Here's the latest weekly update from our investment team.

Unlocking the UK’s infrastructure potential through partnership
  • 05 May 2026

The UK government’s growth ambitions require the infrastructure investment landscape to transform. Explore how policy reform and long-term partnerships can help mobilise pension capital into projec...