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Investment outlook 2021
What should be on the radar for investors in 2021? Market GPS helps direction-set with a video summary, in-depth asset class analysis and our latest portfolio manager views.
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Analysing ESG factors for risk and opportunity
Brian Demain and Cody Wheaton explain that environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors have become a significant risk/opportunity consideration for both companies and investors.
Finding Value in Each Other: Active Collaboration in Stock and Bond Analysis
Assessing the benefits of active collaboration in stock and bond analysis.
Taking stock of the mining sector
Tal Lomnitzer discusses the drivers of change in the mining sector and why ESG credentials matter in the move towards a digitised, electrified and fossil fuel-free future.
Reflation: Is this the real thing or just fantasy?
A lively discussion that goes against consensus, seeking to unearth the truth about what is really happening in the economy and the potential impact on bond markets.
Real yields pulling on cable
Portfolio manager Oliver Blackbourn gives his thoughts on recent sterling strength, outlining why he believes this environment may favour UK domestic-focused firms over those with global revenues.
Valuing High Yield’s Improving Credit Quality
Assessing the impact of rising credit quality on high yield spreads.
No free lunch
Paul O’Connor, Head of the UK-based Multi Asset Team, responds to the planned $1.9 trillion fiscal stimulus from US President Biden’s new government, considering the implications for the US economy, monetary policy and the markets.
Building Robust Bond Portfolios in a Low-Rate World
A discussion of the challenges – and unique opportunities – associated with building bond portfolios in a world with historically low interest rates.
COVID Variants: The Impact on Pandemic Trajectory, Biopharma Stocks
Making sense of the latest developments around COVID-19 variants and what investors should consider now.
Secured loans quick view: 2021 — a return to normal?
David Milward, Head of Loans and member of the Secured Credit Team, explains why he believes secured loans could prove to be attractive in the search for relatively stable income in 2021.
China decarbonisation: the emergence of a mega-theme
Daniel Graña, Matt Doody and Jennifer James look at how China decarbonisation has the potential to be one of the biggest investment themes over the coming years.
Real estate bubbles? Chance would be a fine thing…
Real estate shares have been out of favour in recent years, and there are indications that listed property is currently undervalued. Portfolio managers Guy Barnard, Tim Gibson and Greg Kuhl assess the indicators and explore the associated risks and opportunities.