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James Donald, Head of Emerging Markets, was recently recognized by Citywire Elite Companies for his distinctive approach to identifying value in emerging markets. His ability to uncover opportunities in often overlooked economies, such as South Africa and Brazil, continues to set him apart in the industry. Read the full feature here: https://lnkd.in/digRjNSY

Corporate reforms and a shift to inflation are driving new momentum in Japan’s equity market. But what should investors make of recent market volatility? Find out more in our latest Outlook. https://lnkd.in/eQRZr9Bp

Ronald Temple, Chief Market Strategist, shares his analysis of the past week’s major data releases—including US retail sales and China’s GDP growth—and outlines what he’ll be monitoring in the week ahead. #BehindtheHeadlines https://lnkd.in/ebCeB3PQ

Bonds are back in focus as favorable conditions have boosted the prospects for fixed income investments. Inflation is nearing central banks’ targets, and benchmark rates have peaked in many economies. We see potential opportunities in high-income bonds, including European high yield, emerging markets debt, subordinated financial debt, and Nordic high yield. Read our paper for deeper insights. https://lnkd.in/e9uiuc2F Investing involves risks, including the potential loss of capital. These types of investments may not be suitable for all investors.

With Fed easing and China’s broad stimulus package boosting performance in emerging markets, the question becomes: can it continue? Explore our latest Outlook, where we dive into the 'Three Es'—earnings, easing, and elections—to uncover what’s shaping emerging markets. https://lnkd.in/egXFp7UV

Ronald Temple, Chief Market Strategist, shares his analysis of the latest US inflation report and what it could mean for 2025 in his weekly global macro outlook #BehindtheHeadlines. https://lnkd.in/e3urEMue

China’s latest stimulus package is creating waves across markets. With broad financial support, what does the package mean for investors and China’s growth going forward? Find out in our latest Emerging Markets Monitor. https://lnkd.in/ezUQwrmE

This past Sunday, Lazard SPEAK (Support, Performance, Empathy, Aid, Knowledge) participated in our second annual Out of the Darkness Walk to raise awareness for suicide prevention. Over 80 colleagues, along with family and friends, joined the two-mile walk, in New York to honor those impacted by mental health struggles and to help foster greater mental health awareness. Lazard SPEAK was one of the top three fundraisers for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention for the second year in a row, and we couldn't be more proud of our colleagues' dedication to supporting this vital cause. #OutOfTheDarkness #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention #LazardSPEAK

James Donald, Head of Emerging Markets, will join industry peers on Tuesday 8th October for the Asset TV Global Emerging Markets masterclass at 11am BST. Register here - https://lnkd.in/dXzN6eZQ #LazardAssetManagement #EmergingMarkets

Ronald Temple, Chief Market Strategist, weighs in on the array of macro data announced this week—including the latest US labor market report and Japan’s Tankan Survey results—and shares what he’ll be monitoring in the week ahead. #BehindtheHeadlines. https://lnkd.in/eqyyMyjK