Larry Fink, the CEO of Blackrock, declared in recent weeks that the covid driven experiences of the past couple of years now mean the ‘globalisation is now dead’.
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Beyond ESG: The Carbon Price Solution
Climate change poses a systemic risk that investors cannot simply diversify away. Unless that risk is accurately priced, the costs will be incalculable.
Inflation and your pension
Inflation in Ireland has hit a whopping 6.7% in March, up from 5.6% a month earlier. The central bank are forecasting that inflation will peak at 7.7% p.a. this quarter.
Why Global Macro may be part of the solution as investors reassess the 60-40 portfolio
2022 has been a very tough year for investors in the 60-40 portfolio in Europe and the US. Equities have suffered double digit declines and government bonds have endured their worst drawdown in decades.
We Are All Keynesians
Milton Friedman (in 1965) and Richard Nixon (in 1971) both said different versions of the phrase “we are all Keynesians now.”
The Fed takes the red pill
The Fed’s “hawkish” stance, is mostly wishful thinking.
What the Fed “should” do
There is a time and place for gradualism in monetary policy, particularly when the unemployment rate is still above normal or when inflation is only a little above the Fed’s long-term target. This is not that time and place.
Is there a bond opportunity hiding in plain sight?
Bond markets have taken a hit over recent months, even lower risk areas. One of which now offers appealing value and a cushion against further set-backs.
Reports of a looming recession may be exaggerated
The global economy is probably more resilient than you think.
Legacy insights – Ireland overview 2015 – 2020
Legacies are an important source of income for a relatively small but increasing number of charities in Ireland.
The Ukraine war and the wider economic impacts
I reckon the prospect of a global recession this year may now be a 50/50 prospect.
Is Russia the new Iran as a result of sanctions?
The Western sanctions response to Russia has been swift. We assess the implications for its economy and contrast with the experience of Iran.
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