Whatever it takes, no matter the cost?
Ariel Bezalel and Harry Richards argue that the Fed’s misguided focus on inflation will cause a deep recession – and offers compelling opportunities for fixed income investors.
Notes from the Investment Floor: Everything is screaming recession
Adam Darling looks at the conflicting drivers of bond markets this year, as central banks tighten policy while major economies appear set for a painful recession.
Notes from the Investment Floor: India – A wealth of investment opportunities
As India overtakes the UK to become the fifth largest economy in the world, Colin Croft, Investment Manager, explains the resilience of Indian equities year to date.
Not out of the woods yet
Markets have bounced recently despite weaker economic data. Ariel Bezalel and Harry Richards argue the Fed’s pivot will be delayed and the slowdown sharp.
Reading the Fed tea leaves
Ariel Bezalel and Harry Richards say the Federal Reserve may continue to raise rates to combat soaring inflation, belying a relatively dovish interpretation of the Fed’s tone by markets.
What lies ahead for EM corporate bonds?
Alejandro Arevalo, Investment Manager, Fixed Income – EMD, describes the current backdrop for emerging market corporate bonds and explains why he’s positive about the outlook, both over the short and longer term.
Absolute Return Bond funds: A Modern Approach to Diversification
Huw Davies, Investment Manager, Fixed Income – Absolute Return, discusses why investors are recognising the need to look beyond a traditional 60 / 40 structure in favour of a more modern approach.Â
Fed pivot? Get ready for a gold & silver breakout
Ned Naylor-Leyland explains how a shift in central bank policy could trigger a change in market sentiment that sends gold and silver prices to record highs.
A tale of fading inflation and slowing growth
Ariel Bezalel, investment manager for fixed income, explains how inflation is easing, a recession looks likely and what this means for fixed income investors.
Notes from the Investment Floor: When China sneezes…
Nick Payne discusses the situation in China, which is easing monetary and fiscal policy when others are tightening, and whether ‘zero Covid’ can stand the test of time.