Balancing uncertainty and optimism

The slowdown we are all expecting keeps being put off, but how severe will it be when it eventually shows up?
Market Monitor – 10 November 2023

Global stock markets enjoyed a largely positive week, although optimism was tempered on Thursday by concerns that continued strength in the American labour market could force the Federal Reserve to tighten monetary policy further.
Celebrating 5 years for the CT Global Focus Fund

What makes a good investment and is process a helpful anchor? David Dudding, Senior Portfolio Manager, looks back on 5-years that have included Covid-19 lockdowns, war in Ukraine and double-digit inflation.
European smaller companies outlook

Valuations are increasingly attractive, supporting the case for renewed outperformance of small cap stocks.
‘Higher for longer’ rates will curb inflation, so quality is the way to go

Interest rates are at or close to a peak, but will remain higher for longer. Recession in the US remains likely, much more so than in Europe. We think European equities may once again outperform the US.
Market Monitor – 3 November 2023

Signs that interest rates in the US and Europe have reached a definitive peak sent global stock markets surging this week following a grim October.
Market Monitor – 20 October 2023

Global stock markets endured another week of volatility and decline as fears about the potential impact of the intensifying conflict in the Middle East grew.
Unlocking value in Japanese equities

Japan’s companies are adopting more shareholder friendly policies. We explore the opportunities for investors and explain why we’re currently overweight Japanese equities across the CT Universal MAP portfolios.
Market Monitor – 13 October 2023

Global stock markets had a positive week despite the escalating conflict in the Middle East and recent data highlighting sticky inflation in the United States.
Japan Equity: a strong track record in an exciting market

Why investors are excited about Japan and why, ahead of the launch of the Japan Equity SICAV launch, we have five unique selling points for our Japan capability.