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Avoiding fallen angels in the credit sector
The bull/bear debate in credit markets in 2020, is whether we face an early 1980s-type bear market or a 2008 valuation scenario.
The UK small-cap opportunities overshadowed by coronavirus fears
In recent years, investors have faced two major sources of political risk when considering UK assets: the possibility of a hard Brexit and the prospect of a more radically left-leaning government.
Can the Fed 'breed confidence' in fixed income investors?
Last Monday, for the first time in its history, the US Federal Reserve announced a liquidity programme that includes buying corporate debt.
European valuations may be appealing, but they are no bargain
European economic data has been largely positive.
The 'emerging' investment opportunities in UK renewables
A decade ago, renewable energy in the UK would have conjured up images of two things: wind turbines and solar panels, since these were the main focus of media attention, government subsidies and investor inflows.
Why 'corporate Japan is the one leopard who can change its spots'
Corporate Japan is changing. When the corporate governance code was introduced in Japan in 2014, companies scrambled to find independent directors to put on the board and were more concerned with complying with the letter rather than the spirit of the...
Investors must 'go back to basics' when diversifying portfolios
A single unexpected event can often set things on a completely different path. That is as relevant for markets now more than ever.
Frenzied growth leads to frenzied behaviour - especially in tech
Technology is transforming every other industry. The beneficiaries of this are often not the businesses deploying the new tech – they are the ones spending the money and may reap little reward for it – but the technology companies supplying them.
CRUX's Penny: Navigating 'overbuying' in the UK market
The polarisation of perspectives on the UK market has continued throughout 2020.
Water companies could be worth a second look
Infrastructure assets' performance is typically stable throughout economic cycles, given the essential nature of the services they provide.
Why buying bonds is 'a leap of faith'
As one of the multi-asset sectors, specialist has witnessed the ebbs and flows into the major asset classes.
Can China's national tech champions continue to grow?
For many years now, Chinese internet companies have been producing notable earnings expansion on the back of consumption-led growth in China.
John Redwood: Why a repeat of the 2019 share price 'surge' is unlikely
The US stockmarket has been hitting new highs. It is election year, so investors are often looking on the bright side.
Lazard's George on the case for hedged convertibles
In today's market environment, uncertainty is widespread.
Why the US will be less exposed to the impact of coronavirus
As the coronavirus spread peaks, persistence and penetration are at this point uncertain.
UK equities: What the 'first stage of Brexit clarity' means for investors
Following the Conservatives' victory in last year's General Election, the UK has left the EU and, according to current plans, entered a transition period until the end of 2020.
In what ways will the 2020s look different for investors?
2019 marked the end of a strong decade for financial markets and a year that punctuates many of the same themes of the decade: US equities outperforming international equities, growth outperforming value and ongoing historically low global interest rates....
The overlooked Chinese sector offering up attractive yields
Following a strong showing in 2019, we expect Asia's fixed income markets to benefit from supportive investor sentiment as underlying economic growth in the region stabilises in 2020.
The 'good news' for a fragile Japan
Japanese stocks appear to be vulnerable to a multitude of risks.
China stands at the door of the year with two faces
What lies ahead in 2020? Will the US economy tip into recession or accelerate? Will Brexit make or break the UK and its erstwhile partners in Europe?
The 'structural evolution' taking place in Japanese equities
Many investors are worried about the potential impact of the coronavirus. Only one case has been reported in Japan so far, though the authorities have quarantined a cruise ship with affected passengers on board.
Expect volatility as shocks arise from various sources
In a world of slow yet steady, non-inflationary economic growth, interest rates are likely to remain at relatively low levels over the medium term.
The sweet spot for high-yield credit
It is shaping up to be an eventful year for investors with January alone presenting two unforeseen events – an escalation in US-Iran tensions and fears about the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
The Asian sector due to see the biggest growth rebound
Asian equity markets have underperformed developed markets since around the taper tantrum in 2013, driven partly by monetary policy and tax cuts in the US and partly by investors’ caution on Asia.
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