Discretionary

Here are six key forces reshaping the materials sector and driving opportunities for investors.

But selectivity will remain key in uncertain markets.

We remain cautious amid economic uncertainty, with downgrades in some areas but opportunities in volatility-focused strategies.

Regional affordability gaps, shaped by interest rates, drive UK housing trends and create opportunities for investors.

Discretion is the better part of valour—a lesson hedge funds may find invaluable in navigating the uncertainties of 2025.

Our credit teams outline their expectations for the year ahead, in the face of shifting sands for geopolitics and credit markets and the expectation of ‘higher for longer’ interest rates.

Why size matters in an increasingly bifurcated direct lending market.

Looking ahead to the year’s final stretch, rising global uncertainties have prompted us to downgrade two strategies to neutral. However, with supportive fundamentals, the overall outlook remains positive.

Markets responded positively to the Fed rate cut, but uncertainty persists.

As the Fed embarks on rate cuts, is now the time to shine for emerging market corporate bonds and equities?

What will the Bank of Japan's management of yen volatility, inflation, and growth mean for investors? Also, after years of being unloved, green stocks may be due a revival.

After their post-Covid underperformance, Asia ex-Japan equities are poised for a turnaround. Key catalysts include anticipated Fed easing, China's policy reforms, and a burgeoning AI technology cycle, all aligning for potential outperformance.