Asset Manager NewsFri, 15 Feb 2019
Transitioning a portfolio to address ESG risks and opportunities can appear daunting. Here are five insights that may help.
White papersWed, 13 Feb 2019
Recent market turbulence has refocused attention on the potential long-term benefits of defensive investment strategies. In this new paper, we take an in-depth look at three such approaches: Low Volatility Factor (LVF), Minimum Variance (Min Var) and Equal Risk Contribution (ERC). While similar in their use of risk measures to reduce the risk of the portfolio, these strategies have very distinct objectives, portfolio construction methodologies, exposures and investment outcomes.
White papersFri, 8 Feb 2019
As the global investment landscape continues to evolve, so does FTSE GEIS. Recently enhanced to include coverage of micro cap companies from both Developed and Emerging markets, FTSE GEIS provides investors with accurate, comprehensive coverage of global equities using an approach to index construction that is objective, transparent and reliable.
White papersFri, 8 Feb 2019
With a burgeoning economy and two-thirds of its massive and rapidly growing population of working age, India is viewed by many as a highly attractive country for doing business. This paper surveys the state of the Indian Rupee-denominated fixed income markets and considers the opportunities for foreign investors.
White papersFri, 8 Feb 2019
Dividend growth strategies have often been regarded as attractive sources of income due to their resiliency in market downturns and subsequent participation in market rallies. This paper explores the key characteristics and return patterns that have differentiated dividend growth strategies over time as well as explores the dividend growth methodology that ensures the long-term viability of dividends being paid. Read our latest paper to see how dividend-paying US small caps have performed ...