Latest Manager Research – Page 43
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White papersUnmasking the potential: navigating opportunities, myths and strategies in EM Private Credit
Private Credit has grown c.10-fold since 2008, but funding shortages remain particularly pronounced in Emerging Markets (EM), which hold c.90% of the global population and c.50% of GDP but less than 10% of Private Credit AuM.
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White papersHotels and offices: From operational upside to demand uncertainty in the age of AI
AI is boosting operational efficiency in hotels, while the long-term impact on office demand remains uncertain. Over time, rising productivity could support renewed interest in high-quality office space.
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White papersUnexpect the Expected – The World According to Trump
The dramatic changes to U.S. tariffs settings challenges the financial market’s Trump pro-growth market narrative which heralded the start of 2025. Instead, investors now face conditions which look likely to invoke a global economic slowdown, if not recession, with significant pressure on corporate earnings from higher costs together with unsettled consumer demand and production patterns.
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White papersAPAC Research Perspective - Q2 2025
Q2 2025 was a turbulent period for financial markets, driven by tariff threats, protracted negotiations, geopolitical tensions, and heightened bond volatility. In equity markets, US exceptionalism was challenged, prompting investors to reallocate in search for more attractive valuations, eventually resulting in Asia Pacific benefiting.
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White papersDirect Lending: Why Global & Why Now?
For investors looking to generate income, preserve capital, and achieve diversification—particularly at a time when macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainties are high—taking a global approach to direct lending markets can be part of the solution.
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White papersThe changing perceptions of public and private fixed income
Views from Nuveen’s TIAA General Account – The boundaries between public and private fixed income appear to be dissolving. How does this affect how the GA invests?
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White papersEssential Housing Research Perspective - Q2 2025
The 90+ days stretching from April 2nd Liberation Day through the July 4th signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) represents one of the most consequential periods of federal government policy change in many years. When taken together, these policy changes are, at best, mixed and in some ways negative for both future essential housing development and the financial wellbeing of essential housing renters.
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White papersSeniors Housing Research Perspective
The seniors housing sector showed continued strength through the second quarter, with healthy gains in both revenue and net operating income (NOI). Net absorption reached near-record highs, driven by move-ins outpacing move-outs, 11% above last year’s second-quarter pace and more than any quarter before the pandemic according to the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care (NIC).
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White papersNATO pledges for more defence outlay
“Renewed security challenges in a fragmented world indicate that Europe must strengthen its strategic autonomy. NATO’s latest declaration to raise defence spending may present such an opportunity for the region.”
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White papersU.S. Economic & Property Market Perspective - Q2 2025
Bookended by “Liberation Day” on April 2nd and the President signing into law the “One Big Beautiful Bill” on July 4th, the past 90+ day period is arguably the most consequential period of federal government policy change in the U.S. since the onset of the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) in the latter part of 2008 and early 2009.
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White papersThe great uncoupling: Is this the end of dollar domination?
Typically in times of crisis, Treasury yields fall, while the US dollar strengthens. Now, we are seeing the dollar tumble, while Treasury yields are rising – a signal that investors’ unshakeable faith in the US as a safe haven has begun to crumble. Where will investors turn in this new paradigm?
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White papersMiddle East Tensions Rise, Oil Prices Fall
While Middle East tensions are driving near-term market volatility, this focus is likely to be temporary as attention soon returns to major July and August policy decisions.
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White papersQ2 2025 Investment Grade Corporate Market Review & Outlook
Mixed Signals, Compressed Spreads: What’s Next for Credit Investors?
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White papersA focus on climate can achieve multiple investor goals
A rules-based fixed income approach
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White papersChina: Bringing the Long-Term Picture into Focus
While Chinese equities have faced increasing scrutiny, we believe the long-term case for the asset class remains compelling—supported by technological advancement, policy support, a resurgent consumer, and attractive current valuations.
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White papersMIM Short Duration Q2 2025 Recap, Portfolio Actions & Outlook
MetLife Investment Management’s Q2 Short Duration Quarterly Commentary offers an eye-opening recap of our thinking, insights and action around the shorter end of the yield curve. In a market consumed by the Fed’s wait-and-see stance, debates over monetary policy and uncertain regulatory and trade environments, the report’s macro themes include:
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White papersLDI vs CDI: What are the portfolio implications?
Managing liabilities, securing long-term cashflows, and navigating market volatility are permanent questions for institutional investors. Not only will needs evolve over time but extreme market stress – such as that experienced in the UK in 2022 following Liz Truss’ mini budget and the subsequent bond market turmoil - can also impact institutional investor’s approach. The majority of pension funds or insurance providers will implement outcome-orientated solutions to help manage the specific risks they face.
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White papersU.S. equities supported by a solid economy
U.S. equities remain near record highs, supported by strong consumer spending, tight labor markets, and healthy corporate balance sheets. These solid fundamentals help offset concerns around policy and geopolitical risks.
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White papersBend, Not Break: Investing in Real Estate Amid Economic Uncertainty
Unlocking durable income through discipline, active value creation, and local insight
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White papersHow to sustain dividend growth amid volatility – and sow the seeds of future performance
So far, 2025’s been a turbulent year – but dividend growth keeps us grounded. Dividend growth offers stability in volatile markets, balancing tech and defensives with disciplined investing and compounding returns driving long-term gains.
