INSIGHTS

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping markets. While optimism around AI’s potential continues to grow, many investors remain cautious about the disruptions it may bring to the investment universe.

Flexible, low-risk bond strategies that are unconstrained by benchmarks have multiple applications in today’s markets

April PMIs (Purchasing Managers’ Indices) point to a meaningful improvement in global manufacturing momentum, with the U.S., Eurozone and Japan all posting stronger-than-expected and firmly expansionary results. The breadth of the rebound suggests improving global demand, supporting a constructive outlook for growth despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Rising margin expectations continue to support equities, underscoring the resilience of corporate profitability in the face of last year’s tariffs and this year’s Middle East war. The U.S. remains especially strong compared to peers, though first quarter earnings will be an important test.

Murdo MacLean shares Walter Scott’s perspective on three headwinds facing equity markets.

Walter Scott identifies quality companies using three key factors. Client investment manager Murdo MacLean explains why each matters.

Tech’s shine is fading, making way for differentiated portfolios to flourish, says BNY Investments Newton global equity income portfolio manager, Jon Bell.

Walter Scott has been taking a close look at software companies. Client investment manager George Dent explains why.

Checkpoints is a comprehensive monthly chartbook highlighting major top-of-mind themes that could shape financial markets in the near term. In addition to the broader macroeconomic discussion, Checkpoints delivers detailed views on major asset classes, including global equities, fixed income and real assets.

Welcome to another edition of Vantage Point, the quarterly economic and markets outlook from the BNY Investment Strategy & Research Group.

The U.S.’ extraction of President Maduro from Caracas on January 4 could alter the trajectory of geopolitics in the Americas.

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