Market Update 13 October 2026, with columns by Harry Geels, Han Dieperink and Bob Homan
Market Update 13 October 2026

Bob Homan: The 60/40 portfolio is set for a comeback

The 60/40 portfolio has often been written off, but bonds are making a comeback. Have investors been too quick to write off this investment strategy?

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Harry Geels: Tackling ageism with a negative income tax

A negative income tax could help combat age discrimination and give older people greater freedom to remain active in the labour market for longer.

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Han Dieperink (credits Cor Salverius Fotografie)

Han Dieperink: It won’t be long before we’re all French

France is caught between debt, political fragmentation and street protests. Why does there seem to be no way out? And what does that mean for investors?

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