GMO strategist Montier warns markets are in a 'cynical bubble' that 'greedy' investors don't want to miss out on

'Fully invested bears'

Tom Eckett
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James Montier, strategist and member of the asset allocation team at GMO, has said a "cynical bubble" in markets has been created, where investors pile into equities through fear of missing out on returns.

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