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HSBC AM CIO: European and Asian investors warming up to each other
European investors are looking to add Asia equity exposure while Asian investors want to diversify DM allocations, says Xavier Baraton.

Alpha FMC: Regulation, AI and private markets to shape asset & wealth management growth
With AI adoption and expansion into private markets shaping the industry, companies embracing transformation will be best positioned for the future.

Morningstar CIO: With tariffs shaking markets, what do investors need to consider?
In panicked markets, the best approach may be a little boring, writes Morningstar CIO Dan Kemp.

ARK Invest: Is AI the wonder cure for the broken healthcare sector?
Adopting new technology could help pharma and biotech firms fix the expensive and lengthily drug development process, writes Rahul Bhushan.

BlackRock upgrades European stocks to neutral
BlackRock’s Investment Institute sees a range of potential positive catalysts for European stocks.

Japan ready to join ‘global club of normalised monetary policy’
The Bank of Japan hiked interest rates to their highest level in 17 years on Friday, but investors reckon the outlook for equities is benign.

Into 2025: Managers say how to navigate a volatile new year
Lauren Hardy gauges the lie of the land across the investment universe as we embark on a new year.

Morningstar: Trump’s tariff plan is the biggest wild card for US equities
The tailwinds that propelled the US in 2024 are receding, and tariffs add another unknown to the mix, writes Mark Preskett.

FundCalibre: Can financials surprise again in 2025?
Financials delivered the best sector returns of last year, but can it repeat the trick in 2025, asks Darius McDermott.

Lazard Geopolitical Advisory warns of trade battles
Economic nationalism will likely reach new heights during the incoming Trump administration, according to the analysis firm.

Analysis: The key questions for asset allocators in the year ahead
The US, alternatives, fixed income and unloved assets all have the potential to disrupt markets in the coming year.

Is the gold price rally about to end?
The asset class has been hit by uncertainty, despite performing well for the majority of 2024.

Balancing act: Are concentrated markets good for long-term gains?
Morningstar’s Michael Born discusses whether there is any longevity in returns being generated by a few market leaders.