The coming quarter could be pivotal in determining the trajectory for markets and economies over the next few years, with Fidelity International expecting the start of a ‘great reset’.
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As a business journalist and editor for over 20 years, Andrew has far-reaching experience across financial services. For the majority of this time, he has run online content, publications, events and bespoke projects across Asia Pacific & the Middle East – both for large publishing houses as well as family-run, entrepreneurial firms. Andrew has also written two books focused on the private banking and wealth management sector - "How to Prosper in the New World of Asian Wealth Management: A Best Practice Guide", and "Winning Relationships in Asian Wealth. Connect with him on LinkedIn here.
Investors must beware low equity valuations
Expectations of persistent pressure both on markets and economic growth will create a challenging environment for stocks as corporate profits suffer, according to DWS.
M&G eyes income potential amid record inflation
The sell-off in bonds in 2022 has created a compelling case to pick up certain assets at attractive prices, with wider spreads potentially cushioning further rate rises, according to M&G Investments.
Strong issuers support bright high yield outlook
Solid long-term fundamentals, extended maturity runways and high valuations are three reasons for investors to consider high yield (HY) corporate bonds, according to AllianceBernstein (AB).
Global equities to reward patient investors
Despite growing fears of stagflation, Schroders sees selective stock opportunities by focusing on companies with pricing power and on long-term drivers of growth.
Diversity in green bonds lures more investors
A more varied universe of green bonds has led to a greater breadth of risk profiles to reward investors who understand how to assess the market, according to Axa Investment Managers (Axa IM).
Resilience and growth to steer Asian portfolios
Investors can weather high inflation and slower growth via selective Asian credits as well as equities in areas like sustainability and innovation, says Manulife Investment Management (Manulife IM).
Fidelity backs Asian and China high yield
Investors in regional high yield markets can expect Asia to be relatively resilient to global headwinds, with China to stimulate its economy, according to Fidelity International.
Blockchain creates new scope for investors
The ever-wider business application of the blockchain ledger system offers investment opportunities way beyond cryptocurrencies, according to BNY Mellon Investment Management (BNY Mellon IM).
Investors find new entry points in Asian bonds
Peaking bond yields, measured rate hikes in Asia and robust regional corporates make it an appealing time to buy local bonds, according to Eastspring Investments.
