Economic Updates
Keep up to date on the global economy and its impact on markets.

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Q1 2023 | Capital Markets Outlook
We believe markets expect inflation to decline sooner than it will, and that there is limited upside for stocks.

Q1 2023 | Fixed Income Outlook
The rapid interest-rate tightening in 2022 has not hit the real economy yet.
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March 14, 2023 | Equity Insights
We believe stocks of business development companies have evolved to better withstand a recession, and their dividends can remain at highly attractive levels.
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Economic Update for March 27, 2023
THE ECONOMY THIS WEEK
Highlights of key economic statistics from last week compiled by Putnam Investments.