Latest Manager Research – Page 306
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White papersESG investing depends on deep analysis
Capital Group investment analyst Frank Beaudry goes the extra mile to research a company’s approach to environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues.
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White papersFrom fossil fuels to renewables
In this paper, François Beaudry and Natalya Zeman consider the key long-term investment implications of the transition towards sustainable energy.
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White papersCan Residential Fill the Retail Investment Gap?
Property investors and their lenders are shifting down the risk curve and becoming highly selective about sector exposures and asset quality.
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White papersGlobal Emerging Markets positive impact case study: Richter Gedeon Nyrt
In this case study, we demonstrate how current holding Richter Gedeon Nyrt is creating positive impact aligned to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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White papersValue and multi-factor equity investing – When value spreads compress
With value spreads now at levels last seen at the peak of the tech bubble in 2000 [1], we expect spreads to narrow in the coming years. That bodes well for value and multi-factor equity strategies irrespectively of their level of sophistication.
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White papersApproaching Apogee
Even as the U.S. economy rockets higher, last week’s jobs miss will start to raise questions about what is a sustainable trajectory.
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White papersAsset Class Return Forecasts - Q2 - 2021
With vaccination programs worldwide well underway, the spotlight has shifted now to the nature of the economic recovery.
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White papers* Sustainability in the time of uncertainty *
Here is the third in a series of regular articles on current academic research into a range of responsible investment topics. The papers discussed were presented at the annual GRASFI [1] conference.
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White papersPressure points: The investment challenges facing insurers
Low interest rates, regulation and ESG risks are not new considerations for insurers’ investment strategies. However, the long-term fallout from COVID-19 is adding a layer of complexity they will need to adjust to.
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White papersUp, Up, but Not (Run) Away Inflation
The latest round of euro area lockdowns caused less damage than initially feared. Earnings on both sides of the Atlantic continue to beat expectations amid the favorable economic backdrop. Meanwhile, in China, PMIs suggest that the growth driver may be shifting.
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White papersGlobal Asset Allocation Viewpoints 2Q 2021: Investing through the pandemic
The first quarter launched 2021 on a positive note. Risk markets ignored short-term economic setbacks and outperformed in anticipation of additional fiscal stimulus and widespread vaccine distribution.
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White papers“Principled Investing” What it means and why it matters?
“Principled Investing” broadens the definition of fiduciary. It encompasses the Principal Global Equities’ culture, team structure, investment beliefs and process disciplines, including our evolving approach to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing. It is a fitting two-word summation of our purpose and mission to improve client outcomes.
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White papersSustainable investing – Our approach to stewardship
As part of our stewardship strategy, we regard proxy voting as a key component of being a responsible and transparent investor.
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White papers4 reasons why US debt may not spin out of control
Is surging US debt sustainable, or will it spin out of control?
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White papersUK economic recovery starts, but we advise real estate investors to stay DIGITAL and carry on
After enduring a torrid COVID-19 driven winter surge, the UK is finally beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel. Rapid and widespread vaccination has helped dramatically lower caseloads and fatality levels allowing the economy to gradually re-open.
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White papersMarket Scenarios and Risks - May 2021
We note progress on the vaccine front despite logistics and side effects issues. In our central scenario, equities outperform on the back of abundant liquidity, improving fundamentals and accommodative monetary policy.
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White papersA deep dive into ECB stimulus and its support for Euro fixed-income markets
March saw ECB increasing its PEPP purchases and injecting higher than expected liquidity through a successful TLTRO tender.
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White papersGeopolitics of the vaccine
Eighteen months after the first Covid-19 cases hit China, the outbreak is still uncontrolled globally and remains the main source of economic uncertainty outside Northern Asia. As long as there is no treatment, access to effective vaccines is the main factor in returning to a ‘normal’ life.
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White papersCar makers under scrutiny in EOS’s Q1 Public Engagement Report
The Q1 Public Engagement Report from EOS at Federated Hermes focuses on the car market, where instead of making real progress towards Paris Agreement goals, many auto manufacturers are exploiting offsets and loopholes to meet EU emissions standards.
