Following a difficult period for global shares, Schroders says investors need to watch the latest earnings season, both for opportunities as well as clouds.
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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.
Value revival in EM equities suggests recovery potential
Regardless of the headwinds in 2022 so far, value stocks within emerging markets (EM) have held up relatively well with an eye on the dormant recovery potential, according to AllianceBernstein (AB).
Inflation offers new potential for infrastructure
An inflationary environment and the move to renewable energy sources bode well for certain infrastructure assets, according to BNY Mellon Investment Management (BNY Mellon IM).
Macro risks require nimble response
The confluence of risks stemming from inflation, recessionary fears and geopolitics calls on investors to stay nimble and seize any opportunities that rise, says Eastspring Investments.
Pictet WM pinpoints opportunities amid volatility
Volatility will remain an investment theme with pockets of equities and fixed income worth watching, according to Pictet Wealth Management.
Axa IM backs allocations to Asian assets
More stable fund flows and intact structural investment themes in the region bode well for equities and credit, says Axa Investment Managers.
Shifting social trends weigh on issuers
As the views and preferences of consumers on social issues change, so too does the credit risk associated with companies in certain sectors, according to Fitch.
Schroders supports 60/40 portfolio approach
As investors assess whether the conventional allocation split still make sense, Schroders believes bonds will still provide portfolio benefits even if equity-bond correlations remain positive.
Investors to bear more responsibility for biodiversity
Responsible investors can help tackle the biodiversity crisis through a variety of solutions, according to Axa Investment Managers.
Barings backs Asian equities amid volatility
Several themes are shaping the outlook for Asian equities, from regulatory crackdowns and localised lockdowns in China, to supply chain disruptions and rising inflation.
