April 2017 Market Watch

April 20th 2017

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Dr. Shane Oliver reports on the outlook for global economies, stating that the forecast for the medium-term remains sluggish. So what does this mean for investors? Download the report.

Linking social, environmental, technological and corporate trends to the impacts on investments, Senior ESG Analyst Kristen Le Mesurier reports on the 7 investment trends to watch.

With home ownership pushing beyond reach for many, the US has a new generation, Generation Rent. How can you win from this trend? Learn more.

After the US election, Global listed infrastructure performance fell 4 per cent – it’s worst performance in 15 years. But the asset class has a surprising resilience. Learn more.

About the Author

Dr Shane Oliver, Head of Investment Strategy and Economics and Chief Economist at AMP Capital is responsible for AMP Capital’s diversified investment funds. He also provides economic forecasts and analysis of key variables and issues affecting, or likely to affect, all asset markets.

 

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