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Global Macro Outlook (Aug): Risk Builds Amid Uneven Macro Picture

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​August brings a shift in seasonal patterns, with weaker returns and greater downside risk, making a case for selective hedging with markets near 52-week highs.
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  • July Market Performance Recap
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  • August Outlook for Implied Volatility
  • Historic August Volatility Premium
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