US corporates' positive attitude continues to drive regional recovery

With growth slowing sharply, inflationary pressures mounting and unemployment also in ascent, the US...

With growth slowing sharply, inflationary pressures mounting and unemployment also in ascent, the US economy has seen better days. Faced with this less-than-desirable scenario, investors could be forgiven for their pessimism and indeed reluctance to hold North American equities. But before consigning them to the sell-list, people should remember that the US corporate sector's positive attitude towards shareholder value creation - one of the key drivers of the country's stock market over the past 10 years - remains intact. Firms across the Atlantic have long been known for their commitment...