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A new economic era is emerging in what is being called the “Hard Asset Century,” which has been working towards replacing the 20th century’s aptly named Century of Paper.

In this edition of Thematic Insights, formerly known as Thematica, business writer and analyst Jeff Nielson provides an analysis of the Hard Asset Century, including:

  • The dawn of the Hard Asset Century
  • How China will transform the global economy
  • The second industrial revolution
  • The new commodity supercycle

Read the latest Thematic Insights investor report.

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