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WebinarPlayback | Time for Europe! Reforms, Resilience, Rebalance
During this webinar, our experts Amaury D’Orsay, Head of Fixed Income & Money Market investments, Barry Glavin, Head of Equity, and Didier Borowski, Head of Macro Policy Research discussed how Europe is laying the foundations for sustainable, long-term economic momentum and why it should be increasingly regarded as an attractive diversification* opportunity for international investors’ portfolios.
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White papersA Validation Study of Catastrophe Bond Losses Over Time
We explore the relative historical performance of catastrophe bonds in relation to various trigger types.
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White papersDebts, deficits and disruptors: Revisiting the opportunity in government bonds
Focus over the past decade has been heavily concentrated on credit markets, however, we believe there is an often overlooked opportunity in the government bond market that may warrant further attention. As much as 2022 bruised investors, with the big correction seen in government bond markets as interest rates rose rapidly, we believe now may be a good time to revisit the asset class in both developed and emerging markets, particularly as credit markets become less exciting.
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PodcastTracking the trends in a time of rupture - Global Investment views by Outerblue Convictions
After a flurry of headlines and announcements from the annual World Economic Forum in Davos in January, one key message is likely to survive after most of the speeches have been long-forgotten; The world is facing a rupture in the international order.
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White papersThe future of fixed income
Fixed income has been transformed by advances in market structure, trading technology, and portfolio design-and the pace of change continues to accelerate. These developments are expanding what the asset class can deliver for institutional investors.
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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 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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VideoTalking Markets – Premier Miton (Ireland) Global Dynamic Credit Fund
What will steer bond markets in the months ahead? Lloyd Harris, Fund Manager of the Premier Miton (Ireland) Global Dynamic Credit Fund, shares why he believes the US is poised to stimulate both the economy and markets, and what this could mean for interest rates, credit spreads and bond valuations. He also considers the geopolitical risks currently sitting in the background, how these could feed through into higher commodity prices, and why that matters for inflation and bond investors.
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White papersIn Credit Weekly Snapshot – Enough is enough
The Japanese yen was in the spotlight this week, with the exchange rate prompting ‘verbal intervention’ by the US and speculation that physical intervention – from both the US and Japan – will follow. Read on for a breakdown of fixed income news across sectors and regions.
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White papersFactors to watch in 2026: AI, geopolitics and credit stress
There are several factors in play which investors need to monitor closely this year. Geopolitics will likely dominate the discourse as will expectations over the potential of artificial intelligence and the continued stability of credit markets. Despite the uncertain backdrop, we believe the global economy and central bank policy will remain supportive for markets.
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White papersFrom politics to portfolios: the market impact of rising populism
Populism has become part of the global landscape, rooted in frustrations over inequality, stagnant mobility, and a sense that mainstream policymakers have failed to adapt to shifting economic realities.
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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.
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White papers2026 Fixed Income Outlook: Stay Calm and Keep Your Carry On
Investors would be forgiven for worrying that credit issues may be looming. Recent isolated but high-profile bankruptcies have raised alarms that more such “cockroaches” may be hiding in the banking and private credit sectors — and have spawned fears of a more widespread “termite problem” eating away at the underlying financial system.
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White papersEuropean Fixed-Income Outlook 2026: Fair Winds as Currents Shift
The backdrop for Europe’s bonds remains favorable—even as technological change creates new challenges.
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VideoThe 2026 Global Fixed-Income Playbook
Scott DiMaggio, AB’s Head of Fixed Income, urges investors to embrace balance and flexibility.
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White papersQ4 2025 Short Duration Commentary
MetLife Investment Management’s Q4 2025 Short Duration Quarterly Commentary recaps 2025 and shares insights into opportunities and risks for 2026.
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White papersU.S. Rates: How Low Can They Go?
A more dovish rate cut than anticipated by the U.S. Federal Reserve has created an interesting setup for fixed income markets next year. The focus on its independence adds another dimension.
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White papersEuropean bonds in 2026 and beyond: strong supply, strong demand
European government bond indices are likely to expand in 2026 due to high fiscal deficits in the largest European economies and a continued trend towards more euro-denominated public issuance. Demand from the ECB will shrink further due to quantitative tightening. However, repatriation from European investors and more purchases by insurers and pension funds could be enough to meet the increased suppl
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White papersCross Asset Investment Strategy - December 2025
Topic of the month - Germany: from crisis comes opportunity
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White papersJapan bond yields on the rise
Yields on Japan’s two‑year bonds touched their highest levels since 2007, on market expectations of a rate hike later this month. While the short end (2‑year) is more sensitive to policy‑rate moves, yields on 10‑year and 30‑year bonds have also risen amid concerns about the government’s expansionary fiscal policy and high public‑debt levels.
