All Global articles – Page 17
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White papersEmerging market debt: strength and selectivity amid global shifts
Emerging market fundamentals remain robust, but broader global macroeconomic developments are leading us to a more selective approach to positioning portfolios.
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White papersDynamic Global Bonds — investing across the cycle
Despite geopolitical strains, elevated borrowing, and shifting policy dynamics, the global economy has shown notable resilience over the past 12 months. Valuations across major asset classes (including equities, gold and high yield credit) remain elevated, even as several macroeconomic indicators point to potential softening beneath the surface. We believe these tensions highlight the importance of a flexible and globally diversified fixed income approach, one that can adapt to rapidly evolving conditions across markets, sectors, and currencies.
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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 papersDon’t overlook the world: The case for going global in equity investing
Argues that global diversification offers better risk-adjusted returns as leadership broadens beyond U.S. equities.
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White papersInvesting Amid the Chaos
Political noise can become deafening, but investors should tune into the quieter drumbeat of strengthening economic fundamentals and the broadening-out story reshaping equity markets.
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White papersBuilding resilience with flexible fixed income opportunities
The global economy enters 2026 with resilience. Growth forecasts have been revised upward – the International Monetary Fund now projects a global expansion of 3.2% in 2025, buoyed by a rebound in activity, despite ongoing trade frictions.
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White papersNavigating Structural Uncertainty with Discipline
After a turbulent period, real estate markets have absorbed a significant amount of pain. We believe 2026 will be defined by structural uncertainty and a return to fundamentals. Predicting interest rates remains complex, so underwriting will need to prioritize income quality over speculative cap rate compression.
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Video30 Years of Global Hedge Fund Expertise
Forging the Path to Alpha consistently for 30 years and beyond.
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White papersThe case for infrastructure debt: Stable income in a changing world
Infrastructure underpins the 21st century global economy. From power networks and digital connectivity to renewable energy and social assets, infrastructure provides critical services with long-term demand drivers. These assets are often supported by regulated frameworks or long-term contracts that deliver returns through economic cycles.
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White papersGlobal equities forge ahead
Global equities posted strong gains in 2025, with non-U.S. developed and emerging markets outperforming the S&P 500 Index for the first calendar year since 2006. As we enter 2026, modest economic growth, gradually declining interest rates, and positive earnings momentum may provide support for equity markets, though elevated valuations and potential volatility warrant careful consideration. Our latest analysis explores how investors might balance growth-oriented holdings with allocations to global infrastructure and dividend-growing companies as they seek portfolio resilience and stable income potential. Read the full analysis.
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White papersBeyond the myths: The case for investing in emerging markets
Emerging markets are gaining prominence as a strategic pillar for long-term portfolios, offering robust economic growth, structural trends, and diverse investment opportunities. Yet, many investors remain cautious – often influenced by outdated perceptions of political and economic instability.
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PodcastConnecting Capital to Opportunity: A conversation with Barings Chairman & CEO, Mike Freno
In this episode of the Streaming Income podcast, Barings Chairman & CEO Mike Freno shares how long‑term partnerships, innovative thinking, and deep global relationships are reshaping the asset management landscape.
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White papersPrivate capital in 2026: Foundations for a changing market
Lower financing costs, improving buyer-seller alignment, and pressure on sponsors to transact may create conditions for greater private capital deal activity in 2026. However, recent experience has reinforced the challenges of forecasting market outcomes. Our latest analysis focuses on four enduring investment principles that may matter regardless of how the macro environment evolves: maintaining disciplined underwriting standards, identifying less crowded market segments, prioritizing flexible capital solutions, and navigating increasing performance dispersion across managers. Read more.
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White papersGlobal Investment Views - February 2026
The year began eventfully, with the US using its military strength and economic leverage to achieve President Trump’s foreign policy goals. The Fed receiving subpoenas and military action in Venezuela did not move oil prices and risk assets. But his threats to the sovereignty of a NATO ally sparked temporary volatility, with markets eventually recovering from that scare and US lagging the other regions. Fiscal profligacy and inflation concerns in Japan pushed bond yields up.
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White papersGeopolitics, tariffs and market volatility
Markets were volatile in the past few days following a weekend escalation centred on President Trump’s threats to impose additional tariffs on eight NATO members unless the US was allowed to purchase Greenland from Denmark.
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White papersGeopolitical swings in the spotlight in Davos
The global equilibrium is evolving, particularly amid significant geopolitical shifts that are causing increased volatility in financial markets. President Trump’s threat to impose additional tariffs on eight NATO members — unless the United States were allowed to purchase Greenland from Denmark (a threat that was withdrawn a few days later) — initially caused a short market sell‑off, followed by a relief rally last week. Meanwhile, the European Parliament voted to suspend ratification of the EU‑US trade deal, which would otherwise have come into force on 7 February. This does not mean the deal is dead, but that Europe is adopting a ‘wait‑and‑see’ approach.
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White papersThe structural deficit: Analysing the widening gap in global timber supply and demand
The traditional characterisation of timberland as a fringe or “alternative” asset class is increasingly difficult to sustain in the face of contemporary economic data.
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White papersAfter a banner year for bonds, strategic opportunities emerge
After a strong year for bonds, fixed income markets are entering 2026 amid structural shifts: from fiscal policy’s growing influence to evolving distinctions between developed and emerging markets. While credit spreads remain tight, opportunities may exist through selective positioning across diverse credit sectors. Our latest analysis explores how extending beyond traditional corporate bonds and focusing on quality within below investment-grade sectors could support income objectives and portfolio diversification in this evolving landscape. Find out more.
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White papersFixed Income Investment Outlook: 1Q 2026
After a generally stellar year for fixed income, 2026 looks more demanding, with fewer rate tailwinds and tight spreads putting a premium on security selection and global diversification, particularly as tail risk rises.
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White papersDynamic global fixed income: Investing across the cycle
Despite a year of numerous challenges, the global economy has been resilient and valuations across major asset classes remain elevated. Against this backdrop, some economic signals are now indicating potential softness, which could challenge these stretched valuations.
