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Globalization and Populism: The Link

Ken McAtamney, Partner
Global Equity

Technological disruption is facilitating globalization by changing how economies work and how businesses function. It is also changing the human experience, which is one of the causes of the rise of populism. In many emerging...

A TV in Every Home!

Olga Bitel, Partner
Global Equity

U.S. income inequality has increased significantly since the 1970s after several decades of stability, and there are consequences, including a rise in populism. Income inequality refers to the extent to which income is distributed in...

Rise of Populism: Peak Globalization?

Olga Bitel, Partner
Global Equity

When thinking about recent attacks on the status quo, such as Brexit and Donald Trump’s election, it’s important to understand the continuum of globalization—how it has moved over the years, where we are now, and...

World Heat Map: Turmoil and Opportunities

Casey Preyss, CFA, Partner
Global Equity

We’ve created a heat map of political uncertainty to highlight some emerging risks and opportunities across the globe. This map illustrates a notable trend: Developed markets are experiencing increasing political turmoil while emerging markets are...

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