All Strategies articles – Page 37
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White papersCould green hydrogen be the hero of net zero?
Green hydrogen has been put at the centre of many net-zero initiatives for good reason. Also known, on account of its versatility, as the Swiss army knife of long-term decarbonisation, it can provide turnkey solutions for those industries where greenhouse gas emissions are harder to suppress – solutions which can be seen as critical if climate goals are to be met. Edward Lees and Ulrik Fugmann explain.
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White papersNotes from the Road…or the Boarding Gate
This short note draws out common themes from our recent conversations and meetings with clients across the US, Canada, Europe and the Middle East. The questions we were asked ranged from monetary policy and inflation to strategic asset allocation, the impact of artificial intelligence and market liquidity.
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White papers3Q 2023 Strategic Investment Outlook
A narrow market, led higher by a small number of stocks, has been doubly painful for many investors in 2023.
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White papersPrivate asset allocations in open-ended funds
Allocating to private assets in open-ended funds can offer investors benefits such as diversification, but there are drawbacks, too, like illiquidity. In this second article in a three-part series drawn from a recent paper, we look at how asset managers can construct portfolios for open-ended funds that include allocations to private assets, providing a way for smaller investors to gain exposure.
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VideoIntroduction to the Neuberger Berman Tactical Macro Fund
(6:46) In this short video, Lead Portfolio Manager, Bob Surgent introduces the Neuberger Berman Tactical Macro Fund, highlighting some of the key characteristics he prioritizes for macro investing strategies.
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VideoMegatrends – Value
(1:58) Client Portfolio Manager, Nicole Vettise examines the opportunities for value style equity investors in the current environment.
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White papersA deeper dive into investor engagement with Japanese corporates
Investors in Japanese equities who have earned their credibility through a deep understanding of Japan’s cultural and corporate landscape could find themselves in a unique position where they may add value to companies through engagement. Here we look at two case studies.
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White papersMacroeconomic and financial market forecasts - July/August 2023
Macroeconomic forecasts as of 17 July 2023
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White papersMacroeconomics, Geopolitics, and Strategy - July/August 2023
The United Kingdom is the only advanced country with wage growth above core inflation, risking a wage-price spiral. Inflation is broad-based and expected to remain much higher than in the rest of the G7, above 6.0% in 2023 and well above 3.0% by end-2024. Growth will be flat at best, but all risks point to the downside.
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VideoA tale of two indices
In our latest video insight, Fraser Lundie, Head of Fixed Income (Public Markets), shares his view on the diverging VIX and MOVE indices, and why he believes the market is at a turning point.
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White papersHow cost-conscious buy and maintain strategies seek to avoid pitfalls in credit investment
Buy and maintain (B&M) strategies can have the same characteristics and potential benefits of traditional credit portfolios. They can provide the yield, spread over government bonds, income and potential returns from the bonds held, as well as the potential to fulfil investors responsible investment objectives.
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White papersThe Meaning Behind the Mean
The headline characteristics of today’s market obscure a wealth of opportunity, in both public and private markets.
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VideoOpportunities Within Commodities
(4:54) In this short video, Portfolio Manager Hakan Kaya reviews the opportunities within commodities and introduces the Neuberger Berman Commodities Fund.
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White papersGoing Back to Base
In the face of conflicting signals from our short- and medium-term outlooks, our Asset Allocation Committee is adopting more neutral views.
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White papersA Triumvirate of Macro Mega-forces
Deglobalization, a shrinking working-age population and climate change are set to define the strategic investment outlook. Much is written on these topics individually, but their economic impact is most clear when they act in concert to imply the same directional outcome for macro variables.
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VideoIf you want to go far, go together: UK Nature Impact Strategy
Ahead of the launch of the Federated Hermes UK Nature Impact Strategy, Eoin Murray, Head of Investment, walks us through the thesis that underpins the strategy’s approach to net zero and nature, and explains why partnering with leading environmental impact investment advisor Finance Earth will take the strategy the extra mile.
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White papersTurning Less into More: How to Improve Equity Outcomes by Reducing Risk
In a world of macroeconomic and market uncertainty, the fear of losing money may deter investors from seeking to capture equity return potential. Is there a way to stay confident when volatility strikes?
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PodcastCoastal Marinas: Charting a Course for Growth
Head of Capital Solutions, Bryan High, sat down with Zayd Hamman, Chairman of Coastal Marinas to discuss how the management team has built an impressive platform for owning and operating marinas in Charleston, SC, and how Barings has partnered with them along the way.
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White papersUnderstanding the Breadth of Investment Opportunities in Capital Solutions
Capital solutions constitute an increasingly popular investment category that seeks to provide equity-like returns with less correlated market risk throughout the credit cycle.
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White papersMeet the Manager: Sandy Pei
In this latest manager profile, we spoke with Sandy Pei, Portfolio Manager for the Asia ex-Japan and China Equity strategies, to learn more about her career beginnings, the team’s value-conscious approach to investing, and why she likens fund management to treasure hunting.
