Investment collapse on course to match GFC decline

European investment fell sharply again in Q3 but with interest rates at their peak we think the downturn will soon bottom out. However, our upgraded bond yield forecasts indicate only a limited easing of financing conditions next year, so we think the improvement in transactions will be muted.

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