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White papersManaged rivalry, emerging opportunity – China’s equity renaissance
China’s economy and equity market are entering a new phase, powered by Technological advancements, electrification and world-class supply chains. Beneath the structural change lies a broad and attractive range of opportunities for investors willing to look beyond old stereotypes.
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White papersGetting active: The next chapter in European ETFs
Research with European institutions and wealth managers shows how active ETFs are gaining traction, where demand is strongest and which barriers still limit broader adoption.
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White papersChinese equities have more room to grow
Chinese equities rebound after years of weak sentiment, driven by attractive valuations and liquidity shift. Healthcare, global expansion, Hong Kong IPOs and tech-enabled growth offer potential long-term upside.
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White papersAI breakthrough in diagnosing heart disease
Heartflow has become the first FDA-approved AI algorithm for diagnosing cardiac diseases, marking a major milestone in healthcare innovation.
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White papersLeaning in: December macro and asset class views
Market volatility has picked up of late, which was bound to happen at some point after an almost straight-line move upward in equity markets since mid-April. The recent bout of volatility has coincided with consternation on the outlook for Fed easing and increased scrutiny on the return on investment from AI-related capital expenditures.
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White papersETF spectrum: Aligning active options
ETFs are no longer just index trackers: today’s market spans traditional passive, systematic active, fundamental active and option-overlay strategies – so investors must look past the label.
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White papersActive ETFs: Expanding choice with active management
Assessing how active ETFs provide flexible, transparent tools for navigating today’s more complex markets
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White papersNavigating CLOs: Opportunities in AAA-rated tranches
Exploring the evolving role of AAA CLOs and their growing accessibility through ETF structures
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White papersEmerging markets fixed income: Past, present and future
Over the last decade, emerging market (EM) sovereign and corporate hard-currency debt outstanding has grown significantly, with just over half of it rated investment grade. Over the same time period, EM local currency debt for sovereigns and corporates has grown to become the dominant segment of EM debt.
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White papersCharting new currents: Top 10 with… Interview with Joe Sciortino on private credit
Amid tighter regulation, macroeconomic uncertainty, and changing bank appetites, investors are increasingly looking to private credit for stability and opportunity.
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White papersAlternative realities: Behind the headlines of the private markets megatrend
Alternative investments have transitioned from peripheral allocations to central pillars of institutional and private wealth portfolios. Amid persistent inflation, rising interest rates, and global uncertainty, investors are questioning the viability of traditional 60/40 portfolios. The shift is driven by the need for diversification, durable yield, and reduced reliance on public markets. Structures like multimanager platforms, evergreen formats, and curated fund-of-funds are enabling broader access. Private market AuM reached USD 11.7 trillion in mid-2022, with private wealth expected to contribute up to USD 1.3 trillion by year-end. The focus is now on how best to allocate, not whether to do so.
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White papersHow to construct an alternatives portfolio - Beyond 60/40: Building resilience through diversified alternatives
For decades, the 60/40 portfolio – 60% equities and 40% bonds – was the cornerstone of wealth management. Yet, the traditional model is facing significant headwinds. Changing macroeconomic conditions, inflation uncertainty, and shifting equity-bond correlations have all eroded the reliability of this approach. In this context, alternative investments are gaining attention as a potential complement to traditional strategies.
