Global Equity Insights - August 2026

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AI capex trade exhibits two-way risk, but the broad market shakes off concerns. Fed ends forward-guidance indicating a shift to higher volatility.

Key highlights:

New Fed, but old policies and higher rates volatility
Inflation expectations disconnected
Market volatility largely concentrated in AI and the market has broadened
Defending the Yen by weaponizing volatility
AI capital expenditure is a two-way risk

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