A pivotal year is impending
As more than 70 countries go to the polls, the march of AI gathers momentum and interest rates, finally, come down, 2024 heralds a pivotal year.
Market Monitor – 16 February 2024
Global stock markets edged ahead during a turbulent week marked by the publication of contrasting economic data.
Global Sustainable Outcomes Q4 2023
From an AI explosion to excitement around obesity treatments, there were a number of structural investment themes that supported stronger-than-expected earnings growth across several holdings within the CT Sustainable Outcomes Global Equity strategy.
All eyes on quality defensives
Equity markets have rallied, inflation is falling, interest rates are peaking, and 2024 rate cuts are already priced into markets.
Market Monitor – 9 February 2024
Global stock markets had a largely positive week despite the latest indications that central bank interest rate cuts remain some way off.
Small wonder: the case for global small cap
We believe the small cap market offers exposure to quality global companies with diverse earnings drivers and potential for resilience, regardless of the the macroeconomic backdrop.
Market Monitor – 2 February 2024
Global stock markets had a mixed week as central banks continue to dampen hopes of early interest rate cuts in 2024.
Japan’s decade of sustained momentum: is it here to stay?
We believe several catalysts are creating a paradigm change in the country: the shift from deflation to inflation, corporate governance reform and increased domestic flows.
Market Monitor – 26 January 2024
Global stock markets have shaken off their January blues this week and made solid gains, as investors welcomed positive economic data and upbeat company earnings reports.
Market Monitor – 19 January 2024
Global stock markets continued their underwhelming start to the year with ongoing tensions in the Middle East and the prospect of interest rates staying higher for longer weighing on sentiment.
