All Alternatives articles – Page 3
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White papersUnified Global Alternatives – Hedge Fund Bulletin: January 2026
Global markets delivered broadly positive performance in January, supported by improving risk sentiment amid elevated sector rotation, higher dispersion, the start of the corporate earnings season, and the nomination of the next US Federal Reserve chair.
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White papersOn solid ground: foundations of real assets investing
From data centers and regulated utilities to industrial warehouses and multifamily housing, listed real assets are quietly doing some heavy lifting in today’s portfolios: offering diversification, inflation protection and income that traditional stocks and bonds simply can’t replicate. With valuations at attractive entry points and secular demand trends only accelerating, the case for real assets has rarely been stronger. Read the full piece to see why now may be the right time to take a closer look.
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White papersThe evolving landscape of climate investing
Climate change and the energy transition are multi-decadal themes that are shaping the world we live in, with wide-ranging implications for investors. But the question of how to incorporate climate change into investment strategies is not a straightforward one. Multiple avenues are open to asset owners looking to manage risk, allocate capital and set climate-related goals.
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White papersRethinking institutional cash: The role of public debt money market funds
The focus of attention in institutional cash management has shifted from operational efficiency to strategy. Market volatility, a changing interest rate environment, greater counterparty awareness and evolving regulation have led to renewed scrutiny of how professional investors manage liquidity. For many, the objective remains capital preservation and immediate access to cash, but the tools to achieve it are evolving.
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BlogInvesting in nature is investing in resilience
Here in the Netherlands, we have enjoyed 80 years of peace, food security and abundance. We’ve become accustomed to it. It’s almost impossible to imagine life without clean water running from our tap or picking up some fresh groceries. But the rapid decline in biodiversity is putting these certainties at risk, making us unnecessarily vulnerable in times of geopolitical instability.
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White papers2026 Hedge fund investor barometer
At Amundi Alternative and Real Assets, we are dedicated to building long-term relationships with our clients and partners, which are rooted in proximity and authenticity. Guided by the belief that tomorrow’s economy must unlock new opportunities, we act as facilitators, bringing the right solutions and experts at the right time.
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White papersIlliquidity premia in private debt
Our private markets research team have crunched the Q4 2025 data. They explain how evolving macro conditions are reflected in private debt returns.
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Interview“Battery storage crucial for next phase in energy transition”
The volumes from wind and solar power have become so large at peak times that the grid cannot cope. That’s sign of success, but we now need to solve this grid congestion. Fund manager Sonja de Ruiter and senior investment manager Kay van der Kooi of Triodos Energy Transition Europe Fund see battery storage as the perfect solution. This requires enormous investments, in which professional and institutional investors can play an important role.
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White papersJapan’s Paradigm Shift
A landslide electoral mandate could speed up reforms, support domestic demand and push corporate cash into higher returns—key ingredients for a more durable re-rating of Japanese risk assets.
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White papersIndia’s Clean Energy Moment
Will India’s policy push create the de risked clean energy opportunities of the decade?
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White papersGold, silver, copper, oil: forces shaping the market
January’s end brought a bout of extreme volatility across commodity markets. Several commodities appear to have been hit by a correction after short-term euphoria, likely prompting the unwinding of speculative positions at month-end in silver, platinum, tin, US natural gas (NG) and the euro.
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White papersThe Red Thread for alternatives – Edition January 2026
A new year brings new events, thick and fast, with the US administration following new policies both home and abroad. The abduction of the Venezuelan leader alongside recent threats of new tariffs on European nations disagreeing to a Greenland deal persists a sense of enduring geopolitical tension. At home, the leveling of criminal charges against Fed Chair Jerome Powell in relation to testimony regarding renovations to the Fed’s building reinvigorates concerns about the longer-term independence of monetary policy. Leading commentators have highlighted that this may have the exact opposite effect on longer-term rates if it leads to the Fed loosening policy and inflation flares.
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White papersUnlocking Alpha in 2026: The Case for Hedge Funds
We have spent much of the last few years highlighting to clients and prospects alike the benefits hedge fund exposure can potentially bring to portfolios. From their downside protection characteristics in times of volatility, to how hedge funds can positively contribute to the traditional 60/40 equity-bonds portfolio construction, we continue to believe in the important role hedge funds play as part of wider asset allocations. And now it seems the wider market is beginning to open up to what we have been preaching.
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White papersThe future of alternatives: Insights from nPOWERED
What do today’s dynamic markets mean for long-term investors navigating complex structural shifts and evolving asset classes? At the recent nPOWERED event, Nuveen gathered leading experts, policymakers, and practitioners to explore trends shaping capital allocation strategies. This summary examines four key themes emerging from these discussions: the acceleration of AI and digital infrastructure investing, the evolving relationship between public and private markets, macroeconomic and geopolitical considerations, and the integration of energy transition and sustainability objectives in portfolio construction. Find out more.
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White papersStepping up a gear: Top 10 questions on real estate markets in 2026
2025 was a year of significant uncertainty, fueling recessionary fears and caution in investing. Global economic and geopolitical uncertainty led to market volatility. This year, we begin by reviewing the impact and how the real estate market is being affected.
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White papersWhen the old rules no longer apply: Rory Stewart on geopolitics, markets and the risks investors are underpricing
The following reflections draw on a recent conversation between Rory Stewart, British author, academic and former diplomat and politician, and Barry Gill, Head of Investments, UBS Asset Management, held shortly after the World Economic Forum in Davos. Their discussion, the first in a series of external expert perspectives, ranged across geopolitics, markets and technology. An overarching concern emerged: many of the risks now reshaping the global landscape are not cyclical, but structural – and consistently underappreciated.
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White papersQualifying Money Market Funds: A smart Euro cash management solution
This document outlines why it’s worth considering a short-term euro prime fund over bank deposits.
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PodcastElectrification and AI turbocharge clean energy outlook
Clean energy started 2026 strongly as the investment theme rides the bullish sentiment around power demand, expanding electrification and the build-out of the digital ecosystem. The growing appetite for clean energy has also shone the spotlight on companies that own and operate essential and critical infrastructure such as AI datacentres.
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White papersUnified Global Alternatives – Hedge Fund Bulletin: December 2025
Global markets delivered mixed results in December, shaped by muted risk appetite despite the anticipated US Federal Reserve rate cut, ongoing uncertainty around AI/technology sector leadership, and concerns about the soft labor market and manufacturing weakness.
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White papersAlternative credit insights: Diversify globally, derisk locally
In an era defined by geopolitical upheaval and economic uncertainty, alternative credit can emerge as a compelling source of resilient income - but only for investors who look beyond their home markets while staying grounded in local realities. By combining global diversification with disciplined, on-the-ground risk management, investors can seek to navigate volatility and build portfolios aligned with long-term objectives. As traditional fixed income faces structural headwinds and credit markets continue to evolve, understanding where, and how, to deploy capital has never been more critical. Find out more.
