All Commodities articles – Page 4
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Rising social risks in emerging markets should be a catalyst for action for responsible investors
Thirteen years ago, at a United Nations Climate Summit in Copenhagen, Denmark, rich countries committed to channel $100bn per year to developing countries by 2020, to help them adapt to climate change and mitigate the negative consequences of global warming. That commitment was not met.
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A year of war in Ukraine: accelerating the energy transition and fragmentation
The West’s recent decision to send battle tanks to Ukraine to counteract a renewed Russian offensive increases the risk of a direct escalation with the West, while the likelihood of a protracted war remains somewhat higher. At the same time, most modern conflicts end in negotiations when both sides are sufficiently exhausted, and we consider the possibility of a ceasefire towards the end of 2023 and heading into 2024 is currently underappreciated.
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Italy: where prudence meets potential
Italy’s large dependence on Russian gas and other commodity imports left it vulnerable to the war in Ukraine.
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Global Investment Views - February 2023
Markets are shifting focus away from inflation towards growth, with a slightly less disruptive economic picture for Europe and a more optimistic view on China.
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New food systems: precision fermentation and cultivated meat
Feeding a growing population in a sustainable manner requires an overhaul of existing food systems. Substituting meat for meat alternatives could help reduce global agricultural land use and associated emissions.
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2023 has begun with an inflation-relief rally
In the latest instalment of Simply put, where we make macro calls with a multi-asset perspective, we examine the current equity rally and its relationship to the decline in inflation.
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Questioning Consensus: The Future Is Now
Global warming’s physical repercussions are disrupting global commodity and financial markets. Our research confirms active assessment is needed now, and Allspring is responding.
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The Ten Most Important Statistics for 2023 Markets
In the flood of market data, you could do worse than keeping your eye on these as you assess the odds of a ‘softish landing’.
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2023: A Year of Transition for the Global Economy
With an extremely challenging 2022 now in the books, a look back reveals a year defined almost entirely by inflation. Financial markets, investors and policymakers alike in many major economies zeroed in on surging prices and what they meant for growth and asset prices.
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Emerging-Market Debt Outlook 2023: A Shifting Balance of Risks
Financial markets offered few opportunities for refuge in 2022, and emerging-market bonds were no exception. We expect the past year’s difficult conditions to gradually unwind in 2023, but risks remain, and investors will need to be selective.
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An improved toolbox to manage volatility and provide income
Concerns around inflation have driven core government bond yields upwards to levels not seen for more than a decade
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Impact Opportunities Fund - Quarterly Report Q4 2022
In this quarter’s report, we take a deep dive into the complexities of UN SDG 6, clean water and sanitation, and discuss why it is so vital to life on this planet, the issues surrounding supply/demand, and how to bridge the water gap.
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A strained German economy can be good news for Europe
The energy crisis resulting from the war in Ukraine has altered profoundly Europe’s economic performance and prospects. Countries have been affected unevenly, based on how dependent they are on Russian gas and oil.
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Engaging with aluminium on net zero and biodiversity
Aluminium is an energy-intensive industry that is crucial for the energy transition to net zero. Different companies are adopting varying approaches to reducing their carbon emissions. This case study outlines our engagement actions with two producers, highlighting the need for enhanced biodiversity considerations as a key issue in the energy transition and recognising there is no single way for any industry to decarbonise.
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Emerging market debt: Darkest before dawn
We expect the US dollar to peak in Q4 2022 and if and when this happens, it will mark a significant downgrade in the strength of headwinds affecting EMD.
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2023 Outlook: European energy demand picture could spell milder recession
Energy remains a key factor in Europe’s shorter-term economic and stock market performance, and while the region remains on the brink of recession, there are signs the downturn may not be as deep as feared in the immediate aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Food accessibility and security: An investment intangible
Explore issues stemming from food security and the impact financial markets can have in addressing potential solutions.
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Public Engagement Report Q3 2022
The Q3 Public Engagement Report from EOS at Federated Hermes takes an in-depth look at the growing problem with palm oil. Plus, how EOS engages with companies on tax, and voting season highlights from developed Asia and emerging markets.
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Food security challenges put spotlight on sustainable transition
For many around the world, 2022 has seen a dramatic rise in food prices. This has been caused by the compounding effects of climate change, supply chain interruptions linked to the Covid-19 pandemic, trade disruptions and rising energy prices resulting from the war in Ukraine.
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Why cheap palm oil is a price the planet can’t pay
Demand for palm oil continues to rise due to its cheapness and versatility, while growers benefit from high yields. But this insatiable demand exacts a steep environmental toll, as the clearance of tropical rainforests for palm oil plantations contributes to climate change and biodiversity loss.