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?
CIO outlook: market conditions, fixed income and equities, commodities and real assets
Our Global CIO on market conditions, fixed income and equities, commodities and real assets
CIO outlook: net zero, asset allocation, corporate profits and the tech sector
Our Global CIO on Global CIO, on net zero, asset allocation, corporate profits and the tech sector
CIO outlook: global markets, Ukraine, recession fears and supply chains
Our Global CIO talks global markets, Ukraine, recession fears and supply chains
CIO outlook: market volatility, oil and interest rates
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has put markets on edge. With a high level of uncertainty and rising commodity prices, will central banks change their plans on rate increases?
Credit Threads: Nowhere to hide
The first quarter of 2022 has seen fixed income markets experience an atypical correlation tantrum, with negative returns across regions and sectors. We speak to Gene Tannuzzo, Global Head of Fixed Income at Columbia Threadneedle Investments; Alasdair Ross, Head of European Fixed Income; and Brian Lavin, Head of High Yield, to find out why they are behaving this way.
Solutions Enhanced: Capital Market Assumptions 2022 Making a transition
The end of 2021 saw a continuing reminder of the impact of coronavirus, inflation occurring in major economies, and the world waking up to the stark choices presented by the climate emergency. We set out the expectations for what all this could mean for investors over the next five years and in the longer run. These capital market assumptions form the base case we use when constructing strategic asset allocations for clients.
Investors confront volatility as Russia invades Ukraine
Markets reacted strongly this week to news that Russia invaded neighbouring Ukraine. The world has been watching tensions in the region escalate since the beginning of year.
Reaction to the latest development in Ukraine
As the situation in Ukraine unfolds, we remain focused on our investment process: being active, long-term investors in companies with strong balance sheets and solid fundamentals, employing our research intensity capabilities.
Responsible investment: themes to look out for in 2022
Our RI Research and Stewardship Team look at the key themes they think will be in play as we go through 2022, and the opportunities and challenges that will arise within them.
