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November 6, 2026
Franklin Templeton Institute’s Stephen Dover and Larry Hatheway opine on the US stock market’s recent volatility in the wake of the US midterm elections and the path forward for investors.
November 6, 2026
One day doesn’t make a trend, and volatility is rarely predictable. But it’s a useful reminder to look beneath the headline index.
November 5, 2026
Oil prices rose sharply in October on Middle East escalation, while the US dollar strengthened modestly and developed market bond yields mostly fell. Inflation remains high, central banks signaled further tightening, and global growth stayed resilient.
November 4, 2026
Europe is proving more resilient than markets assume, with earnings holding up through energy shocks, valuations remaining discounted and rising M&A activity highlighting the appeal of European assets.
November 4, 2026
Understanding the FAFSA process can help families navigate college financial aid. Bill Cass, director of US Wealth Planning, explores five important considerations, from income and assets to application timing and aid offers.
November 4, 2026
Stephen Dover, Chief Market Strategist and Head of Franklin Templeton Institute, examines the investment implications of the 2026 midterm elections, including political gridlock, interest rates, artificial intelligence and sector-specific opportunities.
November 3, 2026
Election Day has markets watching how divided Washington will be over the coming two years. Jeff Schulze shares insights for investors based on different potential outcomes.
November 3, 2026
In this month’s issue, AI-driven investment and strong earnings growth continue to support emerging markets, though selectivity remains essential as higher interest rates create winners and losers.
November 3, 2026
Featuring Rafay Farooqui, Chairman, Founder & CEO of Subscribe
November 3, 2026
Take a deep dive into activity in the municipal bond market over the past week.