Tag: 2026 outlook
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Australia’s property market braces for a cooling in 2026 amid rate hikes
Overview: a cooling trend on the horizon After a booming 2025, Australia’s property market is facing a new reality in 2026. Real estate observers anticipate slower price growth as lenders tighten conditions and the economy contends with higher borrowing costs. While the market still holds pockets of activity, the days of rapid price acceleration appear…
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Can Canada’s Economy Ignite in 2026? 14 Charts that Map Our Investment Dilemmas
Overview: Can Canada’s Economy Ignite in 2026? Canada’s economic trajectory in 2026 remains a question mark for investors, policymakers, and businesses. A cohort of 14 charts, including data on investment, productivity, trade, and commodity cycles, highlights a country at a crossroads. The core inquiry is whether Canada can transition from a so‑called “lost decade” of…
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Wall Street Eyes a Bright 2026 for This Beaten-Down Dividend-Paying Stock
Introduction: A beaten-down REIT with long-term potential As the real estate sector regroups after a challenging 2025, Wall Street analysts are spotlighting a dividend-paying stock that could surprise investors in 2026: Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT). Known for owning and operating high-quality shopping centers in dense urban and coastal markets, FRT has weathered volatility in…
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Wall Street Sees a Bright 2026 for Federal Realty Investment Trust: A Beat-Up Dividend Play Rebound
Overview: A battered but promising dividend stock Federal Realty Investment Trust (NYSE: FRT) has long been a staple for income-focused investors who value a steady dividend alongside exposure to the dominant U.S. shopping center segment. After a challenging 2024 and a tough 2025 for the broader real estate sector, Wall Street now recognizes an overlooked…
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Is the US Economy Strong Heading into 2026? What the Data Really Shows
Overview: The 2026 Outlook for the US Economy As the United States heads into 2026, the economy presents a mix of resilience and caution. Growth momentum remains supported by consumer spending, a solid labor market, and ongoing investments in technology and productivity. Yet policymakers and business leaders are watching inflation, interest rates, and geopolitical tensions…
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Is the US Economy Strong Heading into 2026? A Complex Picture
Overview: A Tale of Resilience and Uncertainty As the United States heads toward 2026, the economy presents a paradox: broad strength in many sectors coexists with notable vulnerabilities. On the surface, indicators such as job creation, consumer spending, and enterprise investment point to a healthy footing. Yet beneath these positives lie policy tensions, global headwinds,…
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Is the US economy strong heading into 2026? The picture is complicated
Overview: A resilient start with a complicated road ahead The United States economy enters 2026 with signs of resilience, even as the road ahead remains uneven. By most measures, growth has slowed from the rapid rebound years after the pandemic, but the labor market remains relatively healthy, wage gains have cooled, and consumer spending has…
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2026 Property Outlook: What’s Next After 2025’s Headlines
2026 Property Outlook: A Look at the Road Ahead As Singapore’s property market edges into 2026, the year ahead is framed by recent policy clarity and the continuing push to balance housing demand with supply. The 2025 housing updates, including progress on the Voluntary Early Redevelopment Scheme (VERS) and efforts to boost housing supply, set…
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Our 2026 Malaysia Stock Picks: Top Growth Ideas for the New Year
Looking Back at 2025: A Springboard for 2026 Our 2025 picks delivered a better return than the broad market, gaining 10.3% against the FBM KLCI’s 3.9%. That outperformance underscores a few enduring themes: select banks with solid capital positions, exporters riding commodity cycles, and consumer-focused companies that weather higher borrowing costs. As Bursa Malaysia navigates…
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Global Demand Recovery Lifts Philippine Exports Into 2026
Overview: A Growing Path for Philippine Exports Philippine merchandise exports are regaining traction as global demand continues to recover, with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) signaling sustained growth into 2026. After a robust jump of more than 20% in November year-on-year, export momentum is expected to endure as key trading partners stabilize and…