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Library » December 2017 Perspective
December 07, 2017 | Market Commentary
The U.S. Economy The current bull market rolled on in the month of November as the S&P 500 kept rising, closing above 2,600 for the first time ever. The U.S. large-cap equity market is now up over 350% since the trough of the financial crisis, marking one of the longest bull markets in American …
Library » October 2017 Perspective
October 09, 2017 | Market Commentary
On September 20th, the Federal Reserve announced that it will begin to shrink the size of its balance sheet as it attempts to unwind what has been an unprecedented buildup in central bank assets.
Markets & Economy » Europe Q&A with Jeff Donlon
September 25, 2017 | Market Commentary
European markets have been under pressure in recent years. However, the tide is turning for Europe and European equities given the current economic landscape, presenting an attractive opportunity for investors. Jeff Donlon, CFA, Managing Director of Manning & Napier’s Global Strategies Group, …
Library » August 2017 Perspective
August 08, 2017 | Market Commentary
After surging to overly optimistic levels following the U.S. presidential election, business and consumer confidence now appear to be normalizing after generating no major shift to the economic trajectory of the U.S.
Library » Second Quarter 2017 International Perspective
July 20, 2017 | International Markets
Quarterly Market Review Rising corporate profits, a generally improved global economic backdrop, and continued support from central banks sent equities higher across the globe during the second quarter. International equity markets delivered another strong quarter of returns during the April …
Library » June 2017 Perspective
June 06, 2017 | Market Commentary
Recall that in late 2016, we shifted our U.S. and global macro overviews, stating that while growth may marginally improve, we expected it to remain bound within the post-global financial crisis range. We stand by this view.
Library » May 2017 Perspective
May 05, 2017 | Market Commentary
Domestic and international political uncertainties led to a significant risk-off move during April, driving a further reversal of the reflation trade and a mild flight to safe haven assets.
Library » March 2017 Perspective
March 07, 2017 | Market Commentary
Two of the first pieces of national economic news released each month are the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Reports on Business. The first report covers the manufacturing sector, which is followed by a release covering non-manufacturing activity. These surveys can have a meaningful …
Library » Fourth Quarter 2016 International Perspective
January 24, 2017 | International Markets
Quarterly Market Review Global equity markets shook off an October decline and finished the fourth quarter markedly higher on the heels of Donald Trump winning the U.S. presidential election. Expectations for policies that could lead to greater economic growth, including tax reform, increased …
Vantage » Country in Focus: Germany
July 13, 2015 | International Markets
Germany is a large, economically diverse, and technologically advanced export powerhouse. Its hypercompetitive economy has benefited immensely in recent years from past reforms to its labor market regulation and welfare system. The country has developed a well-educated and skilled labor force, …