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White papersLeaders’ Perspectives: Quarterly – Autumn 2019
In the Autumn 2019 issue of the Leader’s Perspectives:
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White papersBullish on Tech—Especially Outside the Tech Sector
When thinking about technology, asset managers and asset owners have similar concerns and opportunities—both when investing in it and applying it. We must understand that technology is less about technology stocks and more about the way disruption affects corporate performance. And we must address the implications of technology for our businesses.
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White papersIlliquidity: understanding the premium in fixed-income markets
Years of low interest rates have prompted fixed-income investors to look beyond traditional sources of yield and consider whether illiquid assets can boost returns. But while this illiquidity premium is widely discussed and increasingly sought, it has been inadequately measured and investors lack an understanding of how it operates in different conditions.
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White papersMeasuring the market impact of geopolitics
Geopolitical risk is on the rise and investors will increasingly need to take it into account in the coming years. Our analysis looks at how it can impact portfolios and what investors can do about it in terms of strategy.
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White papersDigital Innovations—Pinpointing Fixed Income Credit Risks
Distinguishing which risks are more likely to pay in Fixed Income Markets versus those that probably won’t.
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White papersGlobal Investment Views - September 2019
Financial markets have been rattled in the past weeks over escalating trade war between the US and China as both imposed tariffs and counter-tariffs on imports. Idiosyncratic risks stories in countries such as Argentina resurfaced, the UK’s parliament was suspended over Brexit chaos and Italy witnessed a political crisis of its own, although a government seems in sight now.
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White papersPrivate wants, public needs
With society facing many urgent and complex challenges, deciding who is best-placed to deliver solutions has become an emotive and often political subject. We assess whether there is a better way to utilise the skills and resources of the public, private and third sectors for the greater good.
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White papersTen things every investor needs to know about offshore wind power
As offshore wind approaches cost competitiveness, the potential for growth is huge. What does this mean for investors?
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White papersAnnual Impact Report, 2018
In December 2017, we launched the Hermes Impact Opportunities Fund – a high-conviction global equity strategy with a bold objective. It aims to generate long-term outperformance by investing in companies succeeding in their core purpose: to generate value by creating positive and sustainable change that addresses the underserved needs of society and the environment.
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White papersReal Estate Summary Edition 3, 2019
Rate cuts support real estate values. Economy is a risk to tenant demand.
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White papersTechnical Characteristics of a HydroPower Plant
Understanding the mechanism of an efficient plant
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White papersHow will global disruption affect small cap stocks?
Investors are increasingly being drawn to smaller companies due to their ability to navigate the growing theme of disruption.
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White papersNuveen knows income - Securitized bonds: investment potential in a complex market
We think securitized credit may offer attractive risk-adjusted returns, but this complex market requires experienced, in‑depth analysis
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White papersLogistics properties in high demand: e-commerce brings boom
The continuing e-commerce boom is driving ever greater demand for logistics properties. The increasingly complex value chains being created means more transport hubs are desperately needed in peripheral locations, as well as supply depots in city centres to store merchandise. This is being answered by investors seeking solid returns in an increasingly difficult market. The logistics sector, explains Nicolai Soltau, has strong potential for those who adhere to several important rules.
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White papersChina: A weighty issue?
Much time and effort has been devoted to under- standing the recent rise of China as a major global economic power. It is, however, important to also note that China (or at least the precursor territories making up modern China) was the largest single economy in the world until the late 1800s and had been so for several hundred years. This isn’t surprising, as people have lived a subsistence or agrarian existence with fairly low output per capita for most of human history.
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White papersIs short-term noise masking a long-term opportunity in EM Equities?
Emerging markets (EMs) are in the headlines on a regular basis—both with positive and negative news flow—but rarely do we hear the whole story.
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White papersChanging China
In little over 40 years, China has emerged onto the global scene as a key player in the world economy. It has regained a self-confidence last seen centuries ago. This rapid ascent has prompted change in global ideas about politics, economics and world order. Rather than rush headlong into capitalism, China has tried to modernise the planned economy, implementing incremental changes and downplaying any discussion of the ultimate goal.
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White papersDomestic focus to exploit Emerging Markets equity opportunities
The emerging markets (EM) universe has experienced significant changes in the last decade with the further addition of investible countries (i.e. China A shares in 2018).
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White papersEuropean high streets brace themselves for change
Hardly a day goes by without at least one negative headline bemoaning the impact of disruption in retail markets on high streets and shopping centres. While this is true in the US and the UK, Chris Urwin examines whether European high streets will face a similar threat.
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White papersInvestors Can Hold US Companies Accountable to Roundtable Pledges
Leading US CEOs recently pledged to redefine the role of the corporation in society. But will they make good on their promises? Responsible investors need a clear way to evaluate whether a company is really making progress by doing good for both society and investors.
