Vanguard’s economic and market views

Vanguard’s economic and market views

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May 20, 2026

Alternatives in a portfolio: Think role, risk, and realism

Our expert perspectives

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May 05, 2026

The labor market is steadier than headlines suggest

Our market views

Megatrends

Vanguard’s “Megatrends” research investigates fundamental shifts in the global economy. We use the Vanguard Megatrends Model™ to quantify the impact of the long-term nature of shifts in technology, demographics, globalization, and more to help us understand how such forces may shape markets, individuals, and the investing landscape in the years ahead.


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