All Commentary articles – Page 15
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White papersA wheel opportunity: Premium tyre makers use EVs to inflate margins
The electric vehicle (EV) transition presents a significant opportunity for premium tyre manufacturers. EVs create unique demands on tyres that favour established industry leaders with advanced technological capabilities. At the same time, growing regulation and litigation on tyre particulate emissions, deforestation-risk rubber, and toxic tyre chemical compounds could reverse the market share growth of budget tyre entrants in Western markets.
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White papersEngagement case study: Apple Inc.
How we engaged with one of the world’s largest technology companies.
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White papersGuess who is beating the Magnificent 7?
If you were hunting for a group of stocks to dethrone the Magnificent Seven (“Mag Seven”), there is a good chance European banks were not at the top of your list. But looking at returns over the past 12 months and on a year-to-date basis, that is exactly what has happened.
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White papersOversupply risks rise as oil demand softens: Quick takes on capital markets
Diverging inflation trends and weak growth leave the ECB cautious, as markets debate whether September marked the final rate cut—underscoring the uncertainty around Europe’s monetary policy path and its impact on investor sentiment.
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White papersThree reasons to invest in Infrastructure Debt today
We believe infrastructure debt offers distinct advantages in today’s market, combining resilience, structural diversification, and alignment with global megatrends. The points below highlight why we believe infrastructure debt is a compelling opportunity for long-term investors.”
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VideoWhich property types benefit most from falling interest rates?
In our latest video, we break down how different commercial real estate sectors respond to declining interest rates—and why it’s not as simple as it seems.
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White papersCan infrastructure weather the next storm?
Infrastructure has generally shown resilience in economic slowdowns, and through proprietary risk management and diversified exposure across defensive and cyclical sub-sectors, it potentially offers investors meaningful downside protection and attractive long-term risk-adjusted returns.
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White papersInfrastructure: Stable, scalable and in demand
For institutional investors worried about long-term market volatility, infrastructure appears something of a panacea, offering diversification, stability and yield.
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WebinarAutumn: A Season of Change? Navigating Economic Winds
During this webinar, our experts Vincent Mortier, Group Chief Investment Officer, and Monica Defend, Head of Amundi Investment Institute & Chief Strategist, shared insights on navigating economic changes in autumn, moderated by Swaha Pattanaik, Head of Publishing and Digital Strategy at Amundi Investment Institute.
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PodcastCalm waves mask shifting undercurrents - Global Investment views by Outerblue Convictions
While Europe headed to the beach, journalists were kept busy with the newsflow out of the US this summer, as central bank independence, new tariff announcements and foreign affairs negotiations continued to make headlines.
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White papersInfrastructure Investor - European Fund Management Roundtable
Read Infrastructure Investor’s recent European Fund Management Roundtable featuring Joost Bergsma, Global Head of Clean Energy for Nuveen Infrastructure, where he discusses the key dynamics facing the European energy markets, and why he believes the region is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for institutional investors seeking stability in clean energy investment.
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White papersSchroders Greencoat Infrastructure Lens Q3 2025
Investor focus has switched to Core+ and Value Add strategies and fundraising is picking up after a prolonged slowdown. Deal activity remains subdued despite strong demand related to key themes, such as renewable energy and data centres, while performance across the asset class remains strong.
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VideoGlobal REITs Update – Q2 2025
In our video update for the 2nd quarter of the 2025 calendar year, Chief Investment Officer, Andrew Parsons covers key developments in the Global REIT sector and market insights, including:
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White papersTransportation: a sector on the move
The resilience and ongoing evolution of this economically core sector mean it continues to offer key portfolio benefits for infrastructure debt investors.
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White papersFour charts on why the US economy is so resilient
The United States economy is at a crossroads. Cracks are forming and growth is slowing as tariff policies weigh on hiring and curb consumer spending. On the other hand, generative artificial intelligence (AI) is driving a surge in productivity. The question is: Can AI fill the cracks in the US economy?
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White papersUS stocks touch new all-time highs
The S&P 500, the primary US equities index, touched record highs recently, led by the technology sector and the optimism around the artificial intelligence (AI) boom. A better-than-expected corporate earnings season and hopes of interest rate cuts by the Fed also supported sentiment.
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White papersCan AI continue to power U.S. exceptionalism?
As AI demand drives technology stocks to record highs, investors question whether extraordinary capital spending will deliver sustainable returns and if the Magnificent 7’s market dominance can continue. Discover why U.S. tech leadership may face new challenges, how market concentration creates both opportunities and risks, and what the competitive threat from emerging markets like China means for long-term investment strategy.
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White papersOil and gas: The case for higher returns
Oil and gas companies have historically delivered modest returns despite a favorable environment – averaging just 10% over 30 years. Now, rising political volatility, climate litigation, and competition from clean technologies have increased the risks for the sector. Yet, companies are targeting the same returns. Investors must demand more.
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White papersPlatform wars: How competition could reshape China’s gig worker economy
China’s vast army of gig workers is the backbone of the country’s digital economy, powering consumption and logistics infrastructure. Despite offering flexibility and opportunity, the gig economy also presents challenges such as weak labour protection and income insecurity.
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White papersConstructing the Future: Building Resilient Portfolios With Infrastructure
Private infrastructure stands out in an uncertain world.
