All Thematic Investing articles – Page 3
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White papersAligning investment strategies and sustainable development goals
The United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals promote sustainable development and work with a selection of indicators to help countries develop implementation strategies and allocate resources accordingly.
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White papersA thematic framework for investing in the nature and climate transition
We’ve identified five broad investment themes that comprehensively address the challenges of climate change and nature loss.
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White papersArtificial intelligence is everywhere
The capabilities of artificial intelligence are advancing with the investment focus expanding from computing power to include additional layers of the technologies used to build web or mobile applications. As a result, we are finding more opportunities to invest in stocks of companies that are leaders or beneficiaries of AI.
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White papersAustralia, a Tech Hub? Crikey!
Australia’s Olympians took home 19 medals in swimming at the Paris games, but the Land Down Under is also making waves in other arenas: software and fintech.
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White papersImpact Opportunities Equity, Annual Report 2023
As the debate over animal testing intensifies, the Impact Opportunities Equity team explain why companies must establish robust governance and risk management frameworks to ensure ethical practices in ongoing testing. In this report, we explore why embracing the transition to alternatives not only addresses ethical concerns but also presents unique opportunities for innovation.
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White papersUS election: the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the risk of repeal – Implications for investors
In November the US goes to the polls to decide who will be the next president – the Democrat incumbent Joe Biden or returning Republican nominee Donald Trump. Under Biden, in August 2022 the US introduced the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), a federal law which aims to, among other things, invest into domestic energy production while promoting clean energy. It represents the largest ever Congressional investment in the energy transition.
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White papersTechnology Runs Through Asia
Across the “Golden Triangle” and beyond, Asian companies are forming a foundation for global technological growth and development.
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White papersThe technology sector – An update after the summer volatility
Volatility may be part and parcel of equity markets, but this summer’s swings stand out. The causes cited for the sell-off included concerns over the outlook for the US economy and an unwinding of yen carry trades. Investors also worried about the risk of the vast sums being invested in artificial intelligence (AI) ultimately not generating sufficient returns. Daniel Morris investigates the AI angle.*
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White papersInvesting in megatrends with thematic and exchange-traded funds (Part 1)
New research from BNP Paribas Asset Management’s Quantitative Research Group delves into thematic investing strategies. These investments target the long-term megatrends that are transforming economies, society and business models. This is the first of two extracts. It answers five questions to help investors understand the appeal and extent of, and risks involved in, megatrend investing.
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White papersPension Funds Letter 21 - All together to talk “Adaptation in Motion”
Four years ago, the Covid-19 pandemic brought about an instant and permanent shift in the way many of us work. Virtual communication has replaced much of the face-to-face contact that we had previously been accustomed to. While the convenience and savings of web-conferencing means it’s a trend that’s here to stay, in-person interaction still retains many benefits.
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White papersQuarterly Equities and Multi Asset Outlook – Q3 2024
Many market participants have been caught by surprise by the strength of equities this year, and their outperformance versus fixed income markets. Valuations have risen globally. However, luckily for us, the tide did not lift all boats, leaving opportunities on the table. Where undemanding expectations have met with the power to innovate, this created some of the strongest outperformance. We think the ‘Hidden Gems of Innovation’ will continue to be among the best hunting grounds for alpha generation.
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White papersA practical handbook – Adjusting your investment approach to net zero
For many investors, taking the actual and likely effects of climate change into account when shaping portfolios is now a central consideration. To help them calibrate their approaches so that they can contribute to meeting global targets for net zero greenhouse gas emissions, BNP Paribas Asset Management is launching this handbook. It offers investors practical guidance.
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White papersImpact Opportunities Equity Report Q2 2024
Introduced during the Industrial Revolution, the presiding ‘linear’ model of production and consumption has, without question, had a detrimental effect on the health of our planet. In our latest impact report, the team explain why a transition to a circular system is vital if we are to protect the natural capital upon which our economy relies.
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White papersIT – A major greenhouse gas emitter hiding in plain sight
Many activities have a clear impact on climate, but for some, this is more obvious than for others. What, for example, are the CO2 emissions of reading this article on a mobile? Or of the electricity powering datacentres and networks? Their carbon footprint is larger than you think. Plenty of opportunities for asset managers that can identify companies able to benefit from the related decarbonisation tailwinds, writes Berenice Lasfargues.
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White papersSustainable Global Equity Report, 2023
While treatments for obesity have dominated the healthcare investment narrative over the past 18 months, they are by no means the only secular growth story. In this report, the Sustainable Global Equity team explain why the life sciences industry is well positioned to benefit from structural trends.
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White papersResponsible investing 2.0: Focus on generating sustainable returns
When seeking to invest in ways that advance sustainability goals and deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns, it is important to focus on specific investment themes and monitor how those themes impact performance. Our team’s approach offers investors exposure to sustainability related investment themes that we believe will have an enduring impact on financial and investment performance over time.
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White papersQuenching the semiconductor industry’s thirst
Innovative technologies are reducing the environmental impact of a water-intensive industry critical to the modern economy, writes Justin Winter, Senior Portfolio Manager at Impax Asset Management.
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White papersClimate Change High Yield Credit, Annual Report 2023
This year’s annual report offers a deep dive into a newly augmented data tool that quantifies the progress companies have made towards decarbonisation.
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White papersMag 7’s Asian Silicon Dragon
Taiwan’s significant growth in the technology sector solidifies its role as a key player in many global supply chains.
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White papersHoly Grail of Smartphone: Apple of my AI (Eye)?
Read more on how the smartphone industry could be revolutionized by Apple’s new product launch.
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