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What impact does a US Presidential election have on markets and how significant is that impact?

According to Morningstar research these companies stand out from the competition and can be good choices for long-term investing.

Morningstar are cautiously optimistic for both stocks and bonds as we enter 2024, even accounting for heightened risk.

Assets in climate funds topped $500 billion globally for the first time in the first half of 2023. Morningstar dissected the portfolios of U.S. Clean Energy/Tech and Climate Solutions funds to highlight the commonly held stocks that are rated favourably by Morningstar’s equity analysts.

As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to evaluate one’s financial situation and chart a course for the coming year. To assist you in this journey, we’ve compiled a concise list of crucial steps to consider.

The Franklin Templeton Fixed Income team believes that sustainable investing will be a dominant investment trend in the coming years, with structural tailwinds that could help improve financial returns.

Sustainable funds are anticipated to include companies meeting environmental, social, or governance criteria or contributing to solutions for societal sustainability challenges. However, distinguishing between the composition of companies in a traditional fund and one explicitly adopting ESG approaches can sometimes be unclear

Nominee accounts are key to enabling electronic trading for investors. They allow financial intermediaries to buy and sell securities while ensuring customers rights are safeguarded.