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Market Commentaries

iShares Global Investment Strategy Group provides market commentary to help you navigate the ever-changing financial markets. Here you'll find the latest market insights from the group, which is led by Russ Koesterich. Read and listen to the group's market perspectives and find daily commentary on a variety of topics in short posts on our blog. These pieces can help keep you aware of currents events shaping the markets and their implications for investors. Check back often, as our commentaries are updated frequently.

Market Update

Biweekly insights into market-shaping events, and their impact on investors, from Russ Koesterich.

Investment Directions

The Investment Strategy Group's in-depth monthly perspectives on the global equity, global sector and fixed income markets.

Market Perspectives

A monthly white paper from Russ Koesterich on critical topics that are shaping the markets.

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