The picks are in. ⚽ Six portfolio managers. Six #WorldCup predictions. Brazil, Spain, Portugal, France, the USA, and Colombia all got a vote. Most of our portfolio managers aren't soccer experts—but they do spend their days analyzing markets and economic trends. Watch the video, then look for our upcoming Midyear Outlook, Play Short, Think Long, coming next week.

Everyone is looking for World Cup predictions⚽ So we asked our... experts? We asked six portfolio managers for their picks before sharing their expert views on the opportunities and risks shaping the second half of 2026. Watch their picks now, then stay tuned for our upcoming Midyear Outlook: Play Short, Think Long.

We asked six of our portfolio managers who they think will win the #WorldCup. Spoiler alert: they’re better known for market commentary than match predictions.⚽ Watch their picks, then look for our 2026 Midyear Outlook next week, where they'll share expert perspectives on the markets shaping the second half of 2026.

A $10,000 cash-out at age 30 could mean giving up approximately $100,000 by retirement. The Pension Protection Act helped more Americans save for retirement, but keeping those savings invested over the long term remains a challenge. Read more about what's shaping the next chapter of retirement plans. allsprg.co/3RZBnHr

Recent Purchasing Managers' Index data are sending mixed signals. Manufacturing input prices have moved higher, while services activity has shown signs of softening, particularly in Europe. According to Lauren van Biljon, investors may need to think beyond near-term inflation data and pay closer attention to the growth outlook. Watch the full @BloombergTV interview to hear how she's thinking about the balance between growth and inflation. allsprg.co/4olifQj This material is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation. Opinions expressed are those of the speaker.

Last week’s U.S. jobs report came in stronger than expected, prompting renewed debate about the path of Federal Reserve policy. Lauren van Biljon believes it's worth looking beyond the headline number. While payroll growth surprised to the upside, other parts of the report may tell a more nuanced story. Watch the full @BloombergTV interview for her perspective on the labor market and what it could mean for the Fed. allsprg.co/4olifQj This material is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation. Opinions expressed are those of the speaker.

Everyone is focused on whether the European Central Bank raises rates this week. Lauren van Biljon believes the bigger question is what comes next. While inflation remains a concern, recent data suggest growth may be starting to soften across parts of Europe. What could that mean for the path of monetary policy from here? allsprg.co/4olifQj This material is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation. Opinions expressed are those of the speaker.

Oil. Emerging markets. What comes next. Derrick Irwin breaks down his view on @CNBC: allsprg.co/43hYC1X. This material is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation. Opinions expressed are those of the speaker.

Could lower oil prices start to change the outlook for emerging markets? Derrick Irwin joined @CNBC to discuss what he is seeing and where he is paying close attention. allsprg.co/43hYC1X. This material is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation. Opinions expressed are those of the speaker.

Unintended equity risks can hide in portfolios that rely on yesterday's market strategies. Explore an active approach to emerging markets equity that may help you prepare for what’s next. allsprg.co/3QyIaXL Diversification does not ensure or guarantee better performance and cannot eliminate the risk of investment losses.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿? Allspring PM Derrick Irwin shares what he is watching now in this @CNBC interview: allsprg.co/43hYC1X. This material is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation. Opinions expressed are those of the speaker.

Wishing Cathy Park the best as she competes at the U.S. Open this week. ⛳ It’s a privilege to support her journey, and we’ll be cheering her on every step of the way.

If your artificial intelligence exposure starts and ends with the biggest names, you may be missing part of the story. PM Matt Wittmer joined @business to talk about how the opportunity set is evolving across the AI value chain. allsprg.co/4u9TGXL This material is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation. Opinions expressed are those of the speaker. Index definitions: allsprg.co/3JzVvsc. Diversification does not ensure or guarantee better performance and cannot eliminate the risk of investment losses. The “Magnificent 7” comprises the 7 largest stocks in the S&P 500: Microsoft, Alphabet, Inc., Apple, Inc., Meta Platforms Corp., Amazon, NVIDIA Corp., and Tesla, Inc.

The first phase of artificial intelligence was easy to name. The next phase may not be. PM Matt Wittmer joined @business to share where he sees the market broadening from here. allsprg.co/4u9TGXL This material is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation. Opinions expressed are those of the speaker. Index definitions: allsprg.co/3JzVvsc. Diversification does not ensure or guarantee better performance and cannot eliminate the risk of investment losses. The “Magnificent 7” comprises the 7 largest stocks in the S&P 500: Microsoft, Alphabet, Inc., Apple, Inc., Meta Platforms Corp., Amazon, NVIDIA Corp., and Tesla, Inc.

Artificial intelligence is still driving markets. The question is where the opportunity goes next. PM Matt Wittmer joined @business to discuss diversification, concentration risk, and why the application layer matters. allsprg.co/4u9TGXL This material is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation. Opinions expressed are those of the speaker. Index definitions: allsprg.co/3JzVvsc. Diversification does not ensure or guarantee better performance and cannot eliminate the risk of investment losses. The “Magnificent 7” comprises the 7 largest stocks in the S&P 500: Microsoft, Alphabet, Inc., Apple, Inc., Meta Platforms Corp., Amazon, NVIDIA Corp., and Tesla, Inc.

Diversification may mean looking well beyond your own backyard. Discover why rethinking your international allocations may make sense right now. allsprg.co/48dGKYP Diversification does not ensure or guarantee better performance and cannot eliminate the risk of investment losses.

After years of outflows, emerging market equities seem to be attracting attention again. Derrick Irwin and Alison Shimada weigh in on the change in investor sentiment. allsprg.co/4bPJs9i

Artificial intelligence is doing more than just driving tech stocks. It’s reshaping credit markets from the ground up. Learn more about the potential impacts on your investments in our Income Generator. allsprg.co/4tikHJ8

Wondering how investors can use core fixed income today? Maulik Bhansali discusses its role as a potential ballast and how recent yield changes have impacted the investment landscape.