Read our analysis of the latest global economic news and events. These insights provide the context for your investment choices and those of our investment teams.
This year’s Black Friday reflects changing consumer behaviour
As retailers entice consumers with plenty of deals on Black Friday, we take a look at consumer trends, and ask ourselves: can inflation spoil Christmas?
Risk & Reward - 1st issue 2021
As with all things new, factor investing in China holds a special appeal. Other articles in this issue address fixed income investing in times of low market yields, real estate sector investing, the merits of estimating the covariance matrix and how to capture multi-asset class factor premia.
European Equities: What does ESG mean to us?
Our focus as active fund managers is on finding mispriced stocks. We are open to buying companies whose qualities and future potential are not properly reflected in their share prices. Equally, we look for companies whose willingness and efforts to change have yet to be recognised by the market. Correctly anticipating change for the good and the scope for market perceptions to catch up with reality can generate strong investment returns. The key is identifying the issues and focusing on the path to improvement.
“Risk on” for the long term
Taking a long-term bet against credit and equities now would be akin to betting against medicine, science, human ingenuity, and the direction of monetary policy. That’s not a bet we’re willing to take.
Trade disruptions in China
Are trade woes the only headwind facing China?
