Capital Ideas podcast

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Literary love: 6 book ideas from Capital's investment team Sep 07, 2023

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Looking for some good reading material? We've got you covered. Here are six compelling titles taken straight from the shelves of Capital Group investment professionals — along with some literary thoughts from our political economist and published author Matt Miller. Related resources:6 books for summer reading This content is published by Capital Client Group, Inc.

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Emerging markets re-emerging Aug 31, 2023

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Emerging market investment opportunities are broadening beyond China to include India, Vietnam and Mexico. Veteran portfolio manager Brad Freer explains how nearshoring and the "China Plus One" strategy could benefit investors. Related resources: This content is published by Capital Client Group, Inc.

Lessons over 50 years of fixed income investing, part 2 Aug 24, 2023

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As Capital Group celebrates 50 years of managing fixed income portfolios, longtime bond investors share some memorable experiences and lessons learned. The second of a two-part series features retired portfolio manager Mark Brett, who served as principal investment officer for Intermediate Bond Fund of America®, and current portfolio manager David Daigle, principal investment officer for American High-Income Trust®.

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4 lessons from 50 years of bond investing https://www.capitalgroup.com/advisor/insights/articles/4-lessons-50-years-bond-investing.html

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Investing through crisis Aug 16, 2023

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What's it like to manage stocks through periods of crisis? That's what Capital Group portfolio manager Justin Toner learned in his first weeks on the job in September 2001 — and then continued to learn through the great financial crisis, the pandemic and beyond.

Related resources: 2023 Midyear Outlook

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Semiconductor industry emerges stronger from the pandemic Aug 10, 2023

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Capital Group analyst Isaac Sudit shares his outlook for the semiconductor industry. What's with all the hype surrounding artificial intelligence? Why are electric vehicles so important? And how has the pandemic fundamentally transformed the business of designing, manufacturing and selling computer chips? Tune in to find out.

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10 investment themes for 2023

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Lessons over 50 years of fixed income investing, part 1 Aug 03, 2023

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As Capital Group celebrates the 50th anniversary of it's debut in the business of fixed income management, long-tenured present and retired portfolio managers share some memorable experiences and lessons learned. The first of a two-part series features current portfolio manager Kirstie Spence, who focuses on emerging markets debt, and retired portfolio manager John Smet, who also served as principal investment officer for The Bond Fund of America®.

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Bond outlook: Fed pause leaves many paths to income potential

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2023 Midyear Outlook Jul 27, 2023

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Capital Group portfolio managers Caroline Randall and Pramod Atluri share their outlook for the economy and markets. Can U.S. stocks continue to rally in the face of recession fears? Is the Federal Reserve done raising interest rates? Tune in to hear their views.

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Midyear Outlook report

10 investment themes for 2023

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Guide to market recoveries Jul 20, 2023

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Bear markets can feel like they last forever when we're in them, but the good news is they have been relatively short compared to market recoveries. Investors who find the courage and conviction to stick to their long-term plan are often rewarded as markets bounce back.

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3 lessons from a lifelong tech investor Jul 13, 2023

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After 38 years as an equity investment analyst and portfolio manager at Capital Group, Larry Solomon has retired. Here, he shares his early experiences in tech investing when he rubbed shoulders with Bill Gates and Steve Jobs, as well as more recent lessons about investing aggressively through the pandemic to position his portfolios for long-term success.

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How AI could change the investment landscape Jul 06, 2023

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Artificial intelligence, or AI, has commanded the attention of investors this year as it enters a new phase of business and consumer adoption. In this podcast, three Capital Group analysts discuss the investment implications for this technology, as well as the pitfalls that may lie ahead.

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10 investment themes for 2023

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