News & Updates
In our News & Updates section, we’ll keep you informed about what is happening at MeDirect Group. Through this section we also publish weekly market updates provided by well-established fund houses and other interesting financial reads. Make sure to visit often to keep yourself up to date.
Notes from the Trading Desk – Franklin Templeton
It was a quiet start to last week, with a number of markets closed on Monday for the Easter holiday. Equity markets moved higher, which largely reflected investor focus on the incremental positives regarding the COVID-19 situation despite the fundamental backdrop still looking both grim and precarious.
BlackRock Commentary: Downgrading EM local debt
BlackRock have turned more cautious on emerging market (EM) local debt despite depressed valuations after recent selloffs. Some EMs have allowed their currencies to weaken to help absorb the economic shock, and we see a risk of further currency declines in selected EMs that could wipe out coupon income.
Investor Decisions: Growth or Income?
Investment fall under two broad definitions – income and growth. An income investments provides investors with earnings. A growth fund looks to grow the original sum invested as much as possible. Which strategy is the best?
Franklin Templeton Thoughts: Promising COVID – 19 Research Underway
Head of Equities at Franklin Templeton, Stephen Dover explains why he sees many signs of hope for a global recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic following a conversation with Professor Gerry Graham, a world expert in immunology.
Morningstar Views: What Prior Market Crashes Can Teach Us
Prior market crashes can teach us a lot about navigating the current ones – The regularity of these instances is a reminder that patience is key to investing in equity markets. This article takes a look at the past crashes and subsequent recoveries.
Legg Mason Perspectives: EU Fiscal Solidarity
The recent economic response package in Europe falls short of “true” fiscal solidarity, but a limited, jointly financed Recovery Fund could go a long way to help. What measures were discussed and agreed on?
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