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Markets and economy

A welcome end to a low-rate era

Higher real interest rates should cool, but not stop, the labor market and the greater economy. And they bring longer-term benefits.

07 Apr 2022
read time5 min read
Markets and economy

Small-cap versus large-cap equities?

Small-cap equities are not expected to outperform large-caps in any meaningful way over the next five to ten years.

03 Apr 2022
Markets and economy

Outlook for the fixed income landscape

Vanguard global chief economist expects fixed income returns to be modest over the next decade.

03 Apr 2022
Markets and economy

Role of international equities in broader asset allocation

Vanguard global chief economist outlines the current draw of international equities as well as their enduring role as a diversifier in a portfolio.

03 Apr 2022
Markets and economy

How to react when markets drop

Even for investors who buy stocks for their long-term growth potential, sharp drops can still be hard to stomach. Here are some things to keep in mind if a market tumble makes you feel the need to "do something."

18 Mar 2022
read time6 min read
Markets and economy

Assessing a range of Ukraine-related economic effects

Our scenarios-based approach to economic forecasting amid war in Ukraine provides potential outcomes for growth and inflation.

10 Mar 2022
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Markets and economy

How events in Ukraine change our economic views

Higher oil prices resulting from events in Ukraine are likely to trim economic growth and accelerate inflation to levels beyond what was previously expected.

04 Mar 2022
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Markets and economy

How to withstand challenging markets - again

Events in Ukraine understandably test investors' resolve. At such a time, it's best to take emotions out of investing.

02 Mar 2022
read time5 min read
Markets and economy

A disciplined approach to investing

Vanguard CEO Tim Buckley shares his views on investment philosophy and taking a disciplined approach in a volatile market environment.

02 Mar 2022
read time1 min
Markets and economy

The patient investor and the turbulent markets

Markets have come under pressure amid perceived new risks. Now is a time to maintain your fortitude and remain focused on your long-term goals.

24 Feb 2022
read time5 min read
Markets and economy

Vanguard economic and market update - September 2021

A resurgence in COVID-19 cases and extended lockdowns have led us to lower our full-year growth forecast for Australia, with risks skewed to the downside.

06 Oct 2021
read time11 min
Markets and economy

Vanguard economic and market update - July 2021

The path to economic recovery will likely be uneven and varied across industries and regions, with countries that have vaccinated greater proportions of their populations driving global growth.

04 Aug 2021
read time10 min
Markets and economy

Vanguard economic and market update - June 2021

The economic recovery is expected to continue through the second half of 2021, underpinned by rising vaccination rates and the rebound in consumption as restrictions are lifted.

05 Jul 2021
read time9 min
Markets and economy

Vanguard economic and market update - May 2021

GDP across key economies remains uneven. The United States, Chinese and Australian economies all grew over the first quarter, while the euro region and the United Kingdom recorded declines.

07 Jun 2021
read time12 min

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