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Global Investment Strategy Committee Outlook Q2 2026
  • 19 Mar 2026

The GISC maintains a constructive base-case on moderating but positive global growth. At the same time, the ongoing oil and logistics shock prompted by the war in Iran presents uncertainties and th...

Asia Tech+: Ride the tech innovation wave?
  • 19 Mar 2026

Asia tech is booming - discover how the FTSE Asia Tech+ Index unlocks growth, diversification and global innovation beyond US tech dominance.

EM monthly - Ten reasons to invest in emerging markets
  • 19 Mar 2026

Emerging market credit can provide income, broad global diversification and supportive technical tailwinds, argues Warren Hyland.

Iran risks support JPY; USD softens
  • 19 Mar 2026

Escalating Iran risks lift safe‑haven demand for JPY, while the USD outlook softens amid policy uncertainty, weaker equities, and expected Fed easing.

Why Markets are Not a Well-Oiled Machine Right Now
  • 19 Mar 2026

John and David are joined by Richard Fisher, AGF portfolio manager (and diehard Buffalo Sabres fan), to discuss the U.S./Israel war with Iran and its impact on oil and other real assets.

Bank of Canada and Federal Reserve Stand Pat as Middle East Conflict Cloud Outlook
  • 19 Mar 2026

CI GAM Economist Neil Shankar analyzes the March 18 Bank of Canada rate announcement, providing critical insights into interest rates and the 2026 policy outlook. Read the full analysis here.

What to Ask Your Index Manager
  • 18 Mar 2026

Fee compression has focused investors’ index manager selection on one important but limited criterion: price. We believe investors should be asking more questions.

Allocations to private assets are on the rise. Where is this demand coming from?
  • 18 Mar 2026

Institutional investors are increasing allocations to private equity, private credit, and real assets. Explore the drivers behind this trend

Middle East crisis reinforces commodity supercycle – emerging market bonds poised to benefit
  • 18 Mar 2026

Emerging markets are at the cusp of a new era. Persistently strong demand for bonds in the asset class, solid fundamentals and a weaker US dollar are creating attractive opportunities. At the same...