Latest Manager Research – Page 153
-
White papers
Multi-asset investing in times of volatility
2022 has been one of the most volatile periods in recent years for global equity and fixed income markets. The outbreak of the war in Ukraine, global supply chain disruptions, global inflationary pressures, less accommodative central banks and COVID-19 restrictions in China have all weighed on investor sentiment.
-
White papers
*Can private markets help investors ride the inflation wave?*
Demographics, repetitive bouts of fiscal stimulus, and deglobalisation are among the factors pointing to prolonged higher inflation. Can private markets help investors sustain returns?
-
White papers
Return of the roaring ’50s or ugly ’70s: the next decade
Equities have been through one of their worst six-month periods ever, driven by a combination of factors. If the market continues to recover, what will the rebound ultimately look like? In the latest part of our series “The Next Decade”, we look to corrections of the past for direction on where we may be heading.
-
White papers
China cuts key policy rate in bid to counter softening fundamentals
The People’s Bank of China pulled a surprise move as various economic indicators are flashing red lights
-
White papers
To reach net zero, overhaul the built environment
Buildings account for over a third of global energy-related CO2 emissions. Focusing on reducing these – both operational and embodied emissions – represents a significant opportunity for investors over the next decade, as Nicolas Toupin explains.
-
White papers
Decarbonisation promoted to an investment priority
E, S, and G are three letters that will not save the world, according to The Economist . Instead, the well-known business magazine suggests in its issue of late July to focus solely on emissions, meaning the decarbonization of portfolios.
-
White papers
China: Suspended Animation
The run-up to China’s leadership meetings this fall is delaying substantial policy changes, in our view creating opportunities in advance of potential economic improvement next year.
-
White papers
Why green hydrogen can play a crucial role in the energy transition
Soaring gas prices and a renewed focus on energy security following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine have highlighted growing interest in hydrogen as an energy source. What’s more, green hydrogen – made from renewable energy - could be key to reaching net zero targets, while also bringing potential new opportunities for investors.
-
White papers
Equity market downturn: The path forward
In the post-Volcker era, the Federal Reserve (Fed) has typically exhibited a vigilant approach to fighting inflation. Whenever labor market tightness appeared and inflation was beginning to approach its target rate of 2% Core PCE, the Fed would often spring into action with rate hikes. This cycle, however, has been unique, with the Federal Reserve instead permitting inflation pressures to build-up rather than promptly stamping them out.
-
White papers
Measuring the impact of climate change on equity risk and portfolio choice
This article is part of our series on current academic research into a range of sustainable investment topics. The papers discussed were presented at the latest annual GRASFI conference.
-
White papers
Allocation Views - August 2022
We often comment in Allocation Views that it is appropriate to follow a nimble approach. This is no doubt a “timeless and universal” feature of our investment style, but it is especially pertinent today. As we always do, we look at the world through the lens of our three key themes and find reasons for caution across the board.
-
White papers
Value, Growth and the True Exposures in Your Portfolio
If your portfolio has fallen more heavily than you anticipated this year, it may be because it has become biased to growth stocks: a full analysis could help restore the balance—and the exposure to a more disciplined style of value investing—you intended.
-
White papers
Global REITs Through Economic Cycles
As inflation continues to run at multi-decade highs around the globe, central banks continue to increase their pace at removing accommodation. The Bank of Canada, The Reserve Bank of Australia and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand have all hiked interest rates by 50bps in the month of June, with even the Swiss National Bank surprising the market with a like-kind increase.
-
White papers
Asset Class Returns Forecasts - Q3 2022
A combination of sustained inflation and mounting recession fears, interlinked with the geopolitical situation, are the main drivers affecting the current and forward-looking macro environments. The bulk of the uncertainty is in the short to medium term.
-
White papers
Data Delivers Mixed Messages Amid Slowdown
Mixed data is fueling debate about underlying economic strength and recession odds. Meanwhile, markets this week await Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole. Elsewhere, Chinese policymakers took steps to address rising risks to the outlook. Eyes will be on Nord Stream 1 next week.
-
White papers
Recession Semantics
Whether the U.S. is actually in a recession is debatable, but high inflation will affect companies both positively and negatively.
-
White papers
Taking the temperature of the private markets: mid-year outlook
In this private markets outlook, we outline what the headwinds facing the property sector are, why we are focusing on quality in private credit and how the clean energy infrastructure conversation in Europe is being dominated by war in Ukraine.
-
White papers
Geopolitics vs. the race to net zero
The Ukraine crisis is a horrendous tragedy and the war will have a considerable impact on the European and global economy. It has brought sharply into focus the fragility of supply chains and energy security - which has manifested in runaway inflation.
-
White papers
China 5G: What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger
Find out more on how Chinese companies have found new ways to leverage 5G technology to adapt to a more stringent regulatory environment.
-
White papers
Seven reasons why the time is right to buy EMD
Investors should be grasping at the unprecedented opportunity presented by emerging market debt.