Latest Manager Research – Page 351
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White papersInvestment Grade Credit: Whatever It Takes
After the historic rollercoaster ride IG credit took in the first quarter, U.S. policymakers seem to have won the day, at least for now—with their own version of the phrase made famous by former ECB President Mario Draghi: Whatever it takes.
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White papersCash flow matching through a crisis
As defined benefit pension funds mature, their need for cash-generating investments only increases.
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White papersHow Will Economics & Politics Shape Markets in H2 2020?
Dr. Christopher Smart, Head of the Barings Investment Institute, discusses the second half outlook including views on the current recovery, U.S./China trade skirmishes and the U.S. presidential election. Don’t miss his 10 one-word answers to our most difficult questions.
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White papersWhy USD Fixed Income may look increasingly attractive to European investors
US fixed income can be a valuable source of diversification for European investors, but in the past the cost of hedging of the US Dollar exposure was high, neutralizing this benefit. The situation has changed, and the cost of hedging for Euro-based investors is much lower than in the recent past. Furthermore, we expect this cost will remain low.
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White papersFast fashion during the pandemic
As global lockdowns forced high-street clothing shops to shut earlier this year, fast fashion has been under severe pressure. The coronavirus crisis has resulted in a slump in demand for new clothes, which has had a ripple effect across the industry’s international supply chains.
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White papersThe tipping point – a new reality for offices?
As offices around the world were shut down in response to government containment measures, in an instant, the working day was shoehorned into our kitchens, bedrooms and living areas. The immediate impact on our lives was one of necessity. CEOs congratulated their teams over the speed of this transition. But, before long, the natural question arose: “Will this lead to a more permanent shift?”
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White papersHow can private equity investors ensure capital is put to work through the Covid-19 crisis?
The Covid-19 crisis may interfere with the steady deployment of private equity capital. Investors will need to evolve their traditional view of the market to keep their money working as hard as possible.
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White papersWFH: Is it the death knell for offices?
Some real estate investors believe the successful working from home experiment during this crisis will lead to a long-term decline in demand for offices. We think this is premature.
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White papersQ&A: The Pandemic and Politics
Assessing the 2020 race in light of COVID-19, economic weakness and civil unrest.
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White papersThe Past, Present and Future of Insurance-Linked Securities
As the insurance industry has been potentially facing one of the biggest losses in history due to COVID-19, what lessons can we take from the past that could allow us to find opportunities in the future? Peter DiFiore, PhD, Managing Director of Insurance-Linked Securities, sits down with us to discuss the history of Insurance-Linked Securities, the impact of COVID-19 along with what the future might hold for the asset class as we move forward into the “new normal”.
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White papersHow to build back better, greener and faster: A 10-point plan for UK infrastructure
Boris Johnson has called for an ‘infrastructure revolution’ to help lift the UK economy out of its coronavirus-induced malaise. Private capital could and should play a large role alongside the public purse in delivering on that ambition, as Darryl Murphy sets out in a blueprint for the industry.
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White papersThe hottest equity themes in a post-pandemic world
It is already clear that the 2020 pandemic has given rise to a cycle of low growth and high debt. In this setting, value added will likely be generated more effectively by actively picking equity investments and doing so with a high dose of conviction. We believe that to find the incongruities in performance between the top companies and the others, investors need to be highly selective.
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White papersTackling ‘lower for longer’ with private debt and real assets
Investors seeking alternative and resilient sources of yield in the face of ‘lower for longer’ growth and inflation are increasingly eyeing private debt and real assets. David Bouchoucha, chief investment officer of private debt & real assets (PDRA), discusses the attractions of the asset class.
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White papersTime to play a cyclical recovery in European equity
Cyclical conditions are turning more positive for Europe. Easing geopolitical risk and the prospect of massive fiscal resources (national and EU-wide) and monetary support could support a recovery in 2021. The improved sentiment could benefit European assets, equities in particular, that have been a laggard due to the pandemic. This could lead to a catch up of EU equities in relative terms vs other markets.
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White papersThe “Pandemic Put” Can’t Last Forever
As the second half comes into focus, investors will have to contemplate a world in which the risks remain—and the backstops come with strings.
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White papersThere’s More Than Huawei To Find Conflict With China
Growing tensions with China could lead to decisive reactions from Donald Trump and now Boris Johnson. U.S. retail sales are expected to improve in June, and the ECB will likely be in wait-and-see mode to assess the monetary measures it has already taken.
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White papersEmerging market equities – Assessing the regional prospects
Even if we expect emerging market equities to outperform their developed market peers, country and sector differences, as always, will be significant.
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White papersECB QE Monitor – June 2020
ECB strengthened its intention to make its action long-term: The ECB revised its medium-term inflation target substantially on the downside. Core inflation is forecast to reach only 0.9% in 2022 (0.8% in 2020, 0.7% in 2021). The ECB justified the adjustment of the size of the PEPP by ...
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White papersAsian Credit Remains Firmly Investment Grade
Spread-widening in the Asian credit markets due to COVID-19 is understandable, but we believe it overstates downgrade and default risks, and represents an attractive value opportunity for long-term investors.
