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Signs that inflation is making a comeback are unsettling big investors.
Past periods of high inflation have weighed heavily on real returns from stocks and bonds, which have flourished over the past decade when inflationary pressures have generally remained muted.
But inflation forecasts are now rising following massive increases in government spending and the torrent of liquidity unleashed by central banks in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Signs that inflation is making a comeback are unsettling big investors. Past periods of high inflation have weighed heavily on real returns from stocks and bonds, which have flourished over the past.
(Bloomberg Markets) To find out how finance executives are getting through the pandemic, Bloomberg Markets asked three leaders about some of their habits and recommendations. Here are their responses. Lori Heinel Deputy global chief investment officer, State Street Global Advisors What is your morning routine? I’m generally awake at 5 a.m. On a good day, I hop on the stationary bike or elliptical trainer while I am reading through the news or catching the morning broadcast. What did you get to do during the pandemic that you wouldn’t have done otherwise? I’ve been doing a lot more cooking baking bread, trying new recipes, and cooking (and delivering) meals for family members and close friends. Where are you most eager to travel for nonwork reasons? I can’t wait to go to Colorado or Utah to ski! A very close second is Iceland. When the pandemic is over, how will your life be different than it was before? I’ve learned to slow down a bit. I got a bird feeder a few months back,