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    Capital Ideas Investing Podcast

    Want to learn how professional investors do it? The Capital Ideas podcast brings you the latest investment thinking from Capital Group, one of the world’s largest investment management organizations. Each week we’ll get inside the minds of portfolio managers, analysts and economists to break down market trends, macroeconomic forces, investing approaches and lessons learned from personal experience. Take 30 minutes and tap into the intellectual capital of Capital Group. American Funds Distributors, Inc. All Capital Group trademarks mentioned are owned by The Capital Group Companies, Inc., an affiliated company or fund. All other company and product names mentioned are the property of their respective companies. For full disclosures go to capitalgroup.com/global-disclosures.
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    Why women make great investors

    Why women make great investors

    In this episode, you’ll hear from five portfolio managers with a combined 158 years of investment experience. They also all happen to be women who have found ways to thrive in a male-dominated industry. Each has invested through crises and learned from their successes and failures. 

     

    You’ll hear about the qualities of an effective management team, how important mentors are, and why women make great investors. #CapGroupGlobal

     

    For our latest insights, practice management ideas and more, subscribe to Capital Ideas at getcapitalideas.com. If you’re based outside of the U.S. visit capitalgroup.com for Capital Group insights.

     

    Watch our latest vodcast, Conversations with Mike Gitlin, on YouTube: https://bit.ly/CG-Gitlin-playlist

     

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    About Capital Group

    Capital Group was established in 1931 in Los Angeles, California, with the mission to improve people’s lives through successful investing. With our clients at the core of everything we do, we offer carefully researched products and services to help them achieve their financial goals.

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    Lessons from a research trip to India

    Lessons from a research trip to India

    Freshly returned from a research trip to India, Capital Group investment director Natalya Zeman, India Affairs Specialist Anirudha Dutta and equity analyst Himanshu Sharma discuss how our  on the ground approach informs our investment decision making in one of the world’s fastest growing economies. #CapGroupGlobal

     

    For our latest insights, practice management ideas and more, subscribe to Capital Ideas at getcapitalideas.com. If you’re based outside of the U.S., visit capitalgroup.com for Capital Group insights.

     

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    Capital Group, home of American Funds Distributors, Inc. American Funds aren’t registered for sales outside the U.S.

     

    U.K. investors can view a glossary of technical terms here: https://bit.ly/49rdcFq

     

    About Capital Group

    Capital Group was established in 1931 in Los Angeles, California, with the mission to improve people’s lives through successful investing. With our clients at the core of everything we do, we offer carefully researched products and services to help them achieve their financial goals.

     

    Learn more: capitalgroup.com 

     

    Join us: capitalgroup.com/about-us/careers.html

     

    To stay informed follow us

    LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/42uSYbm

    YouTube: https://bit.ly/4bahmD0 

    Follow Mike Gitlin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikegitlin/ 

     

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    Conversations with Mike Gitlin: Featuring Rob Lovelace

    Conversations with Mike Gitlin: Featuring Rob Lovelace

    Capital Group CEO Mike Gitlin interviews Rob Lovelace, equity portfolio manager and chair of Capital International, Inc. In this wide-ranging discussion, Rob shares his thoughts on the investment environment in the U.S., Europe and Asia, his love of geology, and the long-held belief that his biggest competitive advantage is time. #CapGroupGlobal

     

    Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/CG-Gitlin-playlist

     

    For our latest insights, practice management ideas and more, subscribe to Capital Ideas at getcapitalideas.com. If you’re based outside of the U.S. visit capitalgroup.com for Capital Group insights.

     

    For full disclosures go to capitalgroup.com/global-disclosures

     

    Capital Group, home of American Funds Distributors, Inc. American Funds aren’t registered for sales outside the U.S.

     

    U.K. investors can view a glossary of technical terms here: https://bit.ly/49rdcFq

     

    About Capital Group

    Capital Group was established in 1931 in Los Angeles, California, with the mission to improve people’s lives through successful investing. With our clients at the core of everything we do, we offer carefully researched products and services to help them achieve their financial goals.

     

    Learn more: capitalgroup.com

     

    Join us: capitalgroup.com/about-us/careers.html

     

    To stay informed follow us

    LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/42uSYbm

    YouTube: https://bit.ly/4bahmD0

    Follow Mike Gitlin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikegitlin/

     

    Copyright ©2024 Capital Group

    Investing in an election year

    Investing in an election year

    Capital Group political insiders John Emerson and Reagan Anderson discuss the key issues and events that could shape the outcome of U.S. elections in November. What would a second presidential term for Joe Biden or Donald Trump mean for America? Listen in to find out.

    Related resources:
    Election year investing insights

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    Waiting for stocks to go on sale

    Waiting for stocks to go on sale

    In a stock market driven by highly valued companies, Capital Group portfolio manager Alan Berro prefers to seek out stocks that go on sale. How does he identify them? Research and patience.

    Related resources:
    5 keys to investing in 2024

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    32 years of investing in a complicated jigsaw puzzle

    32 years of investing in a complicated jigsaw puzzle

    As he prepares for retirement, Capital Group portfolio manager Jonathan Knowles reflects on 32 years in the investment business. The global equity markets and the macroeconomic environment are a “massively complicated jigsaw puzzle” that continues to humble and perplex him, even as he plans the next chapter of his life.

    Related resources:
    5 keys to investing in 2024

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    Assessing the big gap between large- and small-cap stocks

    Assessing the big gap between large- and small-cap stocks

    Capital Group portfolio manager Peter Eliot shares the journey that led him from a career as a value-oriented analyst covering the chemicals industry to a growth investor focused on both small- and large-cap companies.

    Related resources:
    10 investment themes for 2023

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    Friendshoring: The Rise of Mexico

    Friendshoring: The Rise of Mexico

    Over the past year, Mexico has surpassed China as the biggest trading partner to the United States. How did that happen? It’s a trend called “Friendshoring.” Listen in as Capital Group analyst Jeff Garcia explains this growing facet of global trade and why it's likely to become even more important in the years ahead.

    Related resources:
    Reshoring supply chains: What does it mean for investors?

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    2024 Outlook

    2024 Outlook

    Capital Group portfolio managers Martin Romo and Pramod Atluri share their outlook for the economy and markets. Can stocks continue to build on the powerful gains from 2023? Are bonds in better shape this year? Is the Federal Reserve done raising interest rates? Listen in to hear their views.

    Related resources:
    2024 Outlook Report


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    Through the years: An interview with former Capital Group CEO Tim Armour

    Through the years: An interview with former Capital Group CEO Tim Armour

    Tim Armour, Capital Group’s recently retired CEO, reflects on his 40-year career as an analyst, portfolio manager and eventual leader of the company. He shares what he learned along the way and how he navigated some of the biggest market events over the past four decades.

    Related resources:
    2024 Outlook Report


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    The Best of the Capital Ideas Podcast

    The Best of the Capital Ideas Podcast

    The final episode of 2023 highlights some of the best moments from the Capital Ideas Podcast this year. Capital Group portfolio managers share their views on everything from investing through periods of crisis, to the power of concentrated portfolios, to the important lessons that emerge from success as well as failure. We also reveal our top book selection of the year.

    Related resources:
    2024 Outlook

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    Bringing imagination and creativity to growth investing

    Bringing imagination and creativity to growth investing

    Capital Group portfolio Manager Anne-Marie Peterson is always looking out for the next great investment idea whether it revolves around new-economy tech giants or old-economy stalwarts. Listen in to find out where she is identifying opportunities in today’s market.  

    Related resources:
    Stock market outlook: It’s time for diversification

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    Is human insight still relevant in investing?

    Is human insight still relevant in investing?

    Amid the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), Capital Group portfolio manager Grant Cambridge says that human insight is more important than ever when it comes to making prudent investment decisions. AI programs may be important tools for research and analysis, he argues, but they will never replace human intuition and sound judgement.

    Related resources:
    AI and the new megacycle for tech

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    2024 macroeconomic outlook

    2024 macroeconomic outlook

    Got 5 minutes? Host Will McKenna summarizes Capital Group’s 2024 Macroeconomic Outlook report. Hear the latest views from our investment professionals on the path of global economic growth, the direction of interest rates, and a potentially compelling window of opportunity to move cash off the sidelines.

    Related resources:
    2024 Outlook: A mixed picture for global economic growth


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    Acorns to oaks: The power of small-cap stocks

    Acorns to oaks: The power of small-cap stocks

    Capital Group investment analyst Will Craig shares his insight into small-cap stocks. Public companies worth $6 billion or less can present attractive pricing opportunities, he explains, simply because not as many investors are paying attention to this promising corner of the financial markets.

    Related resources:
    10 investment themes for 2023

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    Fed watch: Is inflation under control yet?

    Fed watch: Is inflation under control yet?

    Capital Group economist Darrell Spence examines the Federal Reserve’s battle against inflation. Is the Fed going to hit its 2% inflation target? If so, when? And what does it mean for the U.S. economy and interest rates? Darrell shares his view.

    Related resources:
    U.S. government debt: We need to talk

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    From Jersey to Japan: The merits of global diversification

    From Jersey to Japan: The merits of global diversification

    Capital Group portfolio manager Tomoko Fortune explains how her globally diverse life experience — growing up in New Jersey and Japan — led to an appreciation for global diversity in the investment business.

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    10 investment themes for 2023

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    Washington watch: Assessing the U.S. presidential election one year out

    Washington watch: Assessing the U.S. presidential election one year out

    Reagan Anderson, Senior Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs in Capital Group’s Washington, D.C. office, examines the issues and challenges that are likely to shape the 2024 U.S. presidential election. She also provides a glimpse into how Capital interacts with elected leaders on a wide variety of topics affecting the investment industry.


    Related resources:
    Guide to investing in an election year


    U.S. government debt: We need to talk


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    On the hunt for hidden investment opportunities

    On the hunt for hidden investment opportunities

    Capital Group portfolio manager Chapman Taylor describes the rapid pace of change he witnessed firsthand on a recent visit to India, shares his outlook for emerging markets and explains why building relationships with business and political leaders is essential for successful investing.

     

    Related resources:
    Emerging markets: Positive signs even as China slows

     

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    The new reality of investing (2024 edition)

    The new reality of investing (2024 edition)

    As New Perspective Fund® (NPF) celebrates its 50th anniversary, NPF portfolio manager Jody Jonsson shares her outlook for the global equity markets. The tailwind provided by 40 years of declining interest rates is over, she says, and it’s time to think about the new reality of investing.
     

    Related resources:
    New reality for investors: 5 big trends changing markets

     

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