International equities
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European banks are still burdened by bad debt, despite economic gains
All isn't necessarily well with Europe's economic recovery. Hear from an international equity portfolio manager who views European banks as a weak spot.
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Are international equities overvalued
International stocks have outperformed their U.S. counterparts for the first time in nearly a decade, leading some market observers to wonder whether they've run too far too fast.
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Four reasons to consider small- and mid-cap international stocks
The small- and mid-cap segments of today’s international equity markets offer strong potential for investors seeking superior risk-adjusted returns as well as enhanced portfolio diversification.
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Finding value and quality in a valuation-rich global equity market
While profit margins remain strong, elevated stock valuations and rising corporate debt could be warning signs for global equities. In such an environment, the best opportunities lie in the intersection between quality and value.
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Currency tides may be changing, providing more lift for international equities
The damage that the U.S. dollar’s strength has inflicted on international equity returns may have run its course, as a recent comeback for foreign currencies has enhanced the appeal of international stocks.
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Toward a more global market: stock index decision raises China's profile
MSCI has given a vote of confidence to China's stock market by adding domestic Chinese A-shares to its global indexes. What the move means for investors.
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Why today's shift to international stocks may signal the start of a longer-term trend
Net inflows to international equities are overtaking those to the United States. Here's why it may continue for some time.
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Corporate earnings staging a comeback overseas
After several years of disappointing results, earnings are showing a sharp rebound in markets around the world. Portfolio managers in our network are taking notice.
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U.S. optimism, European skepticism: a spring of misplaced market expectations
U.S. market expectations appear to be overly optimistic, while the pessimism in the European equity market doesn't reflect improving economic fundamentals.
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French election takeaway: don't write off populism yet
The high likelihood of a defeat for Marine Le Pen in the French election won't end the clash between populism and Europe's economic status quo.
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