The Chinese manufacturing sector has remained under downward pressure, but the stress level has alleviated compared to a few months ago. The Chinese labor market will likely continue to deteriorate, which will force policymakers to…
The odds of an inflation "mini-scare" are rising, although deflationary tail risks from abroad cannot be dismissed.
The 35-year bond bull market is coming to an end and the downward sloping trend channel for yields is changing to flat. Asset allocators should trim duration and fixed income exposure.
This week, we are sending a Special Report written by BCA's Chief Global Strategist Peter Berezin, discussing the end of the 35-year global bond bull market. In addition, we are also sending you a joint U.S. Bond Strategy/Global…
The perception that central banks have turned even more dovish has pushed down global bond yields, while also giving stocks a lift. Looking out, bond yields are likely to edge higher as investors begin to focus more on the outcome of…
The blowout June nonfarm payrolls report reflects a tightening labor market, consistent with stronger ISM manufacturing and non-manufacturing readings. This will take time to impact Fed policy.
The Brexit vote has ended the reflation trade, but does not represent a "Lehman moment" either. Stick close to benchmark in terms of broad asset allocation, and watch European bank CDS for signs that another financial crisis is…
At current levels, Treasury yields are consistent with our assessment of fair value. Further, the Fed's Labor Market Conditions Index does not suggest an imminent recession. Expect payrolls to stabilize above levels consistent with…
Risk assets will take their cues more from the dollar than the Fed if the euro rises above its 16-month range against the dollar. Retain exposure to energy equities and gold.