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How worried should we be about artificial intelligence? As AI grows more powerful, warnings about its potential risks have become harder to ignore. Capital Group economist Jared Franz explores what these concerns reveal about society, how the U.S.-China race is reshaping the technology's future, and what it all could mean for investors.

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What makes an iconic brand endure? Starbucks Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol says it starts with understanding why people connect with it in the first place. At Starbucks, he focuses on getting out from behind the spreadsheet and into the business, listening to customers and employees, sweating the details that shape an experience and using AI to strengthen human connection rather than replace it.

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This content is intended to highlight issues and be of a general nature. It should not be considered advice, an endorsement or a recommendation. Products mentioned are not an offer of the product and may not be available for sale or purchase in all countries. All investments have risk, and you may lose money. Past results are not a guarantee of future results.

Statements attributed to an individual represent the opinions of that individual as of the date published and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Capital Group or its affiliates.

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Why should investors pay attention to Asian credit? Singapore-based fixed income analyst Debbie Leow explains how the asset class can offer diversification, income potential and a different risk profile within a portfolio. Drawing on examples across countries and sectors, she shares how she evaluates opportunities through three lenses: credit quality, market technicals and valuation, and how the Asian credit market has evolved in recent years.

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This content is intended to highlight issues and be of a general nature. It should not be considered advice, an endorsement or a recommendation. Products mentioned are not an offer of the product and may not be available for sale or purchase in all countries. All investments have risk, and you may lose money. Past results are not a guarantee of future results.

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Capital Group was established in 1931 in Los Angeles, California, with the mission to improve people's lives through successful investing. With our clients at the core of everything we do, we offer carefully researched products and services to help them achieve their financial goals.

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Capital Group equity analyst Nathan Meyer shares his outlook for the video games industry ahead of potentially the biggest game launch in history. "Grand Theft Auto VI," scheduled for release in November, is expected to break sales records at a time when the gaming industry could use a shot in the arm.

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From advising Canada's finance minister to researching companies across luxury and mining industries, Capital Group equity analyst Frank Beaudry has learned that great investing isn't just about the numbers, it's about understanding the people behind them.

Key takeaways include:

• Looking beyond short-term noise and focusing on durable trends
• Challenging assumptions through continuous learning and intellectual flexibility
• Understanding the lasting value of trust, relationships and strong brands

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This content is intended to highlight issues and be of a general nature. It should not be considered advice, an endorsement or a recommendation. Products mentioned are not an offer of the product and may not be available for sale or purchase in all countries. All investments have risk, and you may lose money. Past results are not a guarantee of future results.

Statements attributed to an individual represent the opinions of that individual as of the date published and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Capital Group or its affiliates.

This content is published by Capital Client Group, Inc., and copyrighted to Capital Group and affiliates, 2026, all rights reserved.

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Capital Group was established in 1931 in Los Angeles, California, with the mission to improve people's lives through successful investing. With our clients at the core of everything we do, we offer carefully researched products and services to help them achieve their financial goals.

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Capital Group fixed income manager John Queen discusses his outlook for the U.S. bond market as concerns about elevated inflation and rising debt levels spark a sell-off.

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Capital Group was established in 1931 in Los Angeles, California, with the mission to improve people's lives through successful investing. With our clients at the core of everything we do, we offer carefully researched products and services to help them achieve their financial goals.

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If there's one thing quarterback Daniel Jones has learned across three National Football League (NFL) teams, it's that leadership doesn't have to be loud. From walking on at Duke to navigating the intense spotlight of New York, Daniel shares why authenticity, consistency, and earning trust every day have shaped both his career and his approach to leading others.

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This content is intended to highlight issues and be of a general nature. It should not be considered advice, an endorsement or a recommendation. Products mentioned are not an offer of the product and may not be available for sale or purchase in all countries. All investments have risk, and you may lose money. Past results are not a guarantee of future results.

Statements attributed to an individual represent the opinions of that individual as of the date published and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Capital Group or its affiliates.

This content is published by Capital Client Group, Inc., and copyrighted to Capital Group and affiliates, 2026, all rights reserved.

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Capital Group was established in 1931 in Los Angeles, California, with the mission to improve people's lives through successful investing. With our clients at the core of everything we do, we offer carefully researched products and services to help them achieve their financial goals.

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Capital Group portfolio managers Lisa Thompson and Diana Wagner discuss the merits of U.S., international and emerging markets stocks. So far this year, emerging markets are winning, but can that continue? Lisa and Diana share their thoughts.

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Capital Group was established in 1931 in Los Angeles, California, with the mission to improve people's lives through successful investing. With our clients at the core of everything we do, we offer carefully researched products and services to help them achieve their financial goals.

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Equity portfolio manager Brady Enright invested through the dot-com era and is now navigating another period of transformational change driven by AI. His view: while technology evolves, the fundamentals of investing do not. Brady explains why technological change can create enormous opportunity — but also why some companies never recover from missing major transitions. The key isn't predicting every winner; it's striving to identify which companies are on the right side of change.

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This content is intended to highlight issues and be of a general nature. It should not be considered advice, an endorsement or a recommendation. Products mentioned are not an offer of the product and may not be available for sale or purchase in all countries. All investments have risk, and you may lose money. Past results are not a guarantee of future results.

Statements attributed to an individual represent the opinions of that individual as of the date published and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Capital Group or its affiliates.

This content is published by Capital Client Group, Inc., and copyrighted to Capital Group and affiliates, 2026, all rights reserved.

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Capital Group was established in 1931 in Los Angeles, California, with the mission to improve people's lives through successful investing. With our clients at the core of everything we do, we offer carefully researched products and services to help them achieve their financial goals.

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Capital Group equity analysts Zach Alexander and Caroline Janin discuss their outlook for the $2.7 trillion defense industry. With ongoing wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, defense spending is on the rise amid a geopolitical realignment that may still be in its early stages. Zach and Caroline offer their views on the investment implications.

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About Capital Group

Capital Group was established in 1931 in Los Angeles, California, with the mission to improve people's lives through successful investing. With our clients at the core of everything we do, we offer carefully researched products and services to help them achieve their financial goals.

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