US

Sam Gold and Doug Abbott to take reins

More 'compelling' option than US and Europe

Including three credit analysts

$17trn of debt is now 'paying' a negative yield

'Widespread problem’ researchers claim

Easing trade tensions and growing corporate earnings behind improved metrics

Inflation protection among key benefits to hold metal

Looking beyond trade wars and Brexit

The US dollar has performed well, up more than 7% since the end of 2017, and continues to enjoy a number of supports.

Japan favourable to China