After a cordial and apparently agreeable meeting, the Trump-Xi summit in Busan, South Korea, concluded without a formal announcement. However, Franklin Templeton Institute believes some emerging details suggest tangible progress.
The Federal Reserve (Fed) lowered its benchmark interest rate at its October policy meeting, the second cut in a row. Franklin Templeton Institute Strategists Larry Hatheway and Rick Polsinello discuss the implications for markets and investors.
At its September policy meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) lowered its benchmark interest rate, the first rate cut in nine months. A panel of our Franklin Templeton Institute strategists gathered to discuss the decision and the investment implications. Below are highlights from the conversation.
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a summit meeting in Alaska on August 15, 2025, to discuss the potential for a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine War. See what the Franklin Templeton Institute had to say about its potential impact on commodity prices and global economic stability.
Michael Browne, Investment Strategist with Franklin Templeton Institute, recently sat down with a panel of our investment leaders outside the United States to discuss the global impacts of US President Trump’s tariff policies.
With the arrival of the August 1 deadline that President Trump set last April, the trade landscape has shifted. Watch the replay to get expert insights from the Franklin Templeton Institute on the economic and market impacts.
The July FOMC meeting resulted in no change in policy. Access this replay to hear experts from the Franklin Templeton Institute discuss the Fed's decision and its implications to fixed income and equity market strategies.
Stephen Dover, Head of Franklin Templeton Institute, recently met with Christopher Jensen, Director of Research for Digital Asset Management at Franklin Templeton, to unpack the investment implications of the new “Genius Act.”
Access this webinar replay to hear our investment teams discuss the latest on President Trump's tariff decisions and what may be possible, given the August 1st deadline extension.
Now that the “One Big Beautiful Bill” is law, access this webinar summary to gain from our investment team’s insights into its potential impact on strategies and individual planning.
Given the ongoing geopolitical developments in the region, this webinar replay explores the broad economic implications across various asset classes. Our investment team discusses oil prices, the effects on equities and fixed income, and shares their insights on how to navigate this evolving landscape.
In this webinar replay, our investment professionals explore the far-reaching implications of enhanced tariffs on Europe, China, Asia and beyond.
In this webinar replay, listen as Sonal Desai, CIO Franklin Templeton Fixed Income, Josh Lohmeier, Director of Corporate Credit, Navin Belani, Head of Credit Research, and Glenn Voyles, Director of High Yield Credit, discuss the rapidly evolving fixed income marketplace.
Access this insightful webinar replay on the current state of China–US relations and how it is affecting both nations, hosted by Stephen Dover, Franklin Templeton’s Chief Market Strategist and Head of the Franklin Templeton Institute. This event will delve into the complexities of the diplomatic, economic and political dynamics between these two powerful countries.
In this webinar replay, listen as Market Strategist Taylor Topousis, CFA and Wealth Planning Consultant Chris Hennessey, CPA and J.D. of the Franklin Templeton Institute explore the markets and key issues, including the expiring tax code, increasing federal spending and debt and the potential impact of tariffs on portfolios.
Access the replay of our webinar, where our specialist investment managers analyze the effects of the recently announced trade and tariff policies on the private markets. They also discuss the challenges and opportunities these policies present in both the near and long term.
Access the replay of our webinar with Jon Lieber, Managing Director and Head of Research for the United States at Eurasia Group. Gain valuable insights into the impact of recent political developments on the US economy, learn strategic perspectives for investors and business leaders, and explore future trends in US policy and their global implications.
Access our insightful webinar where our investment leaders explore navigating today’s evolving market with fixed income investments. Our expert panel delves into corporate credit, short-term opportunities and tax-free municipal bonds.
Access our webinar on President Trump’s new tariffs. Our investment leaders discussed the impact on global markets, reciprocal tariffs and potential economic consequences like recession and inflation risks. They also talked about how these changes could affect your investments and the broader economy.
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