Beyond Bulls & Bears

Meet the manager: Wylie Tollette
Perspectives

Meet the manager: Wylie Tollette

Discovering commodity futures markets while pursuing his degree in agricultural economics, Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions’ new Chief Investment Officer Wylie Tollette has continued to grow from the different job and educational experiences he’s had over the years. In his current role, he is most excited about the democratization of private assets and helping his team succeed. In this Q&A, we get to know more about Wylie.

PODCAST: Making Sense of the Recent Market Selloffs
Perspectives

PODCAST: Making Sense of the Recent Market Selloffs

Wylie Tollette, Head of Client Investment Solutions with Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions, joins the head of the Franklin Templeton Institute, Stephen Dover, for a conversation on the recent equity market selloff. They discuss why the pendulum has shifted so strongly negative, whether there is any bottom in sight, and where investors looking for diversification could go.

PODCAST: US Election Heightens Pandemic Uncertainty
Multi-Asset

PODCAST: US Election Heightens Pandemic Uncertainty

Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions' Gene Podkaminer and Wylie Tollette provide their insights on the upcoming US election as well as the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on investment and economic activity. They also share their views on whether cities will ultimately survive amid the work-from-home movement that could remain a longer-term trend.

PODCAST: Risk Assets and the Reshaping of the Economy
Multi-Asset

PODCAST: Risk Assets and the Reshaping of the Economy

Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions' Gene Podkaminer and Wylie Tollette put market activity in perspective amidst a pandemic and social unrest. They also detail why they believe risk assets are most favorable near term.

To Rebalance or Not to Rebalance: How to Think about Truing up Asset Allocations in Times of Market Stress
Multi-Asset

To Rebalance or Not to Rebalance: How to Think about Truing up Asset Allocations in Times of Market Stress

Some investors use a set-it-and-forget-it approach to their portfolios, but there are times when the asset mix may need to be recalibrated to achieve one’s goals. Here, Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions' Gene Podkaminer and Wylie Tollette discuss the importance of rebalancing one’s portfolio, especially during times of market turmoil, and how different types of investors can accomplish the task.

The First (and Worst!) Quarter is Over: 9 Steps to Take Now
Multi-Asset

The First (and Worst!) Quarter is Over: 9 Steps to Take Now

In the first quarter of 2020, stock markets across the globe experienced one of the worst quarters in the history of global financial markets. But maybe it’s time for investors to take a pause and do some strategic thinking, according to Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions’ Wylie Tollette and Gene Podkaminer. They offer some practical investment wisdom in these turbulent times.

Looking Ahead: Market Volatility and Preparing for Possible Outcomes
Multi-Asset

Looking Ahead: Market Volatility and Preparing for Possible Outcomes

Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions’ Gene Podkaminer and Wylie Tollette discuss the heightened market volatility following the spread of the coronavirus. Check out our latest “Talking Markets” podcast.

Separating Policy from Politics
Multi-Asset

Separating Policy from Politics

Our Gene Podkaminer and Wylie Tollette explain why they think campaign talk ahead of the 2020 US presidential election might not lead to major policy changes.

Is Your Portfolio Prepared for a Potential Wildfire?
Multi-Asset

Is Your Portfolio Prepared for a Potential Wildfire?

“In our view, as overall global growth slows, uncertainty around predictions of forward interest rates, inflation and corporate earnings may increase.” - Wylie Tollette, Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions

PODCAST: Market Volatility: The Factors, Risks and Opportunities
Multi-Asset

PODCAST: Market Volatility: The Factors, Risks and Opportunities

Our emotional reactions can influence our behavior in many ways—including investing. When markets face heightened volatility, many investors start to panic in fear—sometimes to the detriment of their long-term financial goals. Wylie Tollette, head of Client Investment Solutions, Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions, looks at the factors driving the latest bout of market volatility, including the impact of short-term investor behavior. He says times of volatility present opportunities to rebalance one’s portfolio, but adds investors shouldn’t wait for the market to tumble to start thinking about risk management.

The “R” Word in Emerging Markets

The “R” Word in Emerging Markets