Latest Manager Research – Page 61
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White papersEquity Outlook: Finding Silver Linings in Very Cloudy Markets
As volatility rises, staying invested is a strategic priority for capturing long-term return potential in a broadening market.
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White papersThe Tale of Tariffs Round Two for the US Economy
How might the recently announced US trade measures translate into economic reality?
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White papersResponsible Investment Pension Fund Outlook
The landscape of responsible investment has rapidly evolved in recent years, influenced by stricter regulatory changes, shifting market dynamics, and an increased emphasis on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors.
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White papersHigh Yield’s Eye-Catching Spreads
We believe a yield advantage and improved credit quality make high yield worth a look.
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White papersPension Funds Letter 23 - Bridging the gaps to pension and climate resilience
Warnings over a looming pension crisis occur with increasing regularity. Global populations are not only ageing, they are also shrinking in many regions. The number of workers is declining in Europe and parts of Asia, living costs are rising and wages are stagnating. Set against a backdrop of extraordinary global uncertainty, this demographic transition is putting pressure on retirement systems around the globe.
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White papersEurozone Pension Systems: a health check
Post-war Second World War pension funds were developed on the basis of two different logics: the Bismarckian (defined contributions) in Germany and the Beveridgean system (defined benefits) in England. Today, there are hybrids of these systems but all have established minimum pension levels or social minimums.
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White papersWhat do tariffs mean for emerging market debt?
At this point, it is challenging to determine the precise impact of tariffs on EM economic activity as there are too many moving parts, including the possibility of negotiated reductions, retaliatory actions by US trading partners, and fluctuations in the currencies of affected economies. That said, we can look at the current level of tariffs and exports to the US to give us an idea about the portion of EM GDP that is at risk.
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White papersNeuberger Berman Private Markets: Q4 2024 Preliminary Valuation Summary & Analysis
Doug Manor, Managing Director, Neuberger Berman Private Markets, provides an overview of the private equity markets and an outlook based on trends in the marketplace.
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White papersTrade War, or Will Cooler Heads Prevail?
Negotiation or retaliation—the world’s response to the surprisingly aggressive U.S. tariff announcements will be critical.
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White papersPolarisation in the Dutch office market creates opportunities for strategic asset allocation
Office polarisation is growing and more relevant than ever. It presents both challenges and opportunities for investment strategies. This paper identifies important drivers for strategic asset allocation and delves into risk-adjusted return measures. It will explain how office polarisation is not only a challenge but also creates investment opportunities. Office polarisation refers to the growing divide between prime offices that have high occupier demand and secondary offices that struggle to maintain occupancy. This divide is driven by various factors, including economic shifts, technological advancements, sustainability demands and changing employee preferences.
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White papersTrump’s Tariffs: The Impact on Fixed Income
New tariffs could hamper U.S. economic growth and change market dynamics for the long term.
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White papersEquity Market Outlook 2Q 2025
While surging tariffs and a hard sell-off have sown uncertainty, we expect negotiations to bring some relief on initial tariff proposals, and that sharply slower growth seems more likely than a U.S. recession. We also believe stimulus in Europe and China may rejuvenate global industrial activity (albeit at a slower pace), and recommend styles, sectors and regions that are most geared to it.
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White papersPrivate Markets Investment Outlook Q2 2025: Opportunities amid uncertainty
Despite heightened risks from policy changes and economic uncertainties, private markets continue to present attractive opportunities. Investors should be discerning in selecting strategies with attractive risk/return profiles, and prioritise diversification.
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White papersWhat does tariff uncertainty mean for real estate?
Private real estate entered 2025 with prospects looking up, having materially rebalanced over the course of a two-year downturn for the asset class.
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White papersFixed income at the crossroads of trade and trust
Trade tensions and shifting alliances are shaking investor confidence in 2025. This article explores how fixed income markets are navigating the dual challenges of inflation and geopolitical uncertainty, with a focus on the evolving role of U.S. Treasurys as a global safe haven.
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White papers2025 Global Insurance Survey
In the 14th annual Global Insurance Survey, 405 Chief Investment Officers (CIOs) and Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), representing over $14 trillion in balance sheet assets combined, provide their insights regarding the macroeconomic environment, return expectations, industry capitalization and asset allocation.
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White papers2025 REIT market perspectives and a look ahead
In 2025, global markets are grappling with heightened volatility amid trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainties. Amidst this turbulence, listed REITs have demonstrated notable resilience, outperforming broader equity markets and offering investors a compelling opportunity for diversification and steady income.
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White papersThe office renaissance: Adapting to a new era
Multiple trends are currently influencing the office sector, such as working from home. While the author wrote part of this article from home, it was finished in the office, emphasizing the office’s role as an important venue for cross-fertilization. This is unlikely to change even though most work can be done remotely.
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White papersAdapting to Uncertainty
In an era characterized by complexity and unpredictability, we believe it is crucial to enhance portfolio resilience for the long term.
