Market Pulse
16-Sep-2019
The ECB's recent actions have put pressure on the Fed to take some action of their own. Jim Caron from the Global Fixed Income Team shares his views.
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Sustainability Insight
05-Sep-2019
Understanding the connection between ESG and performance can positively impact employee recruitment, retention and engagement, says the International Equity Team’s Nathan Wong and Richard Perrott.
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Macro Insight
04-Sep-2019
This video provides a short summary of the latest Andrew Harmstone Monthly Commentary article.
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Sustainability Insight
04-Sep-2019
How can a company differentiate itself? Get its environmental and social policies right. The International Equity Team’s Nic Sochovsky explains.
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Sustainability Insight
03-Sep-2019
Global Sustain is a high-quality, low carbon portfolio using bottom-up fundamental analysis and active engagement with company management.
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Sustainability Insight
02-Sep-2019
Vladimir Demine discusses how certain compensation scheme practices – such as earnings adjustments – may be red flags.
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Sustainability Insight
29-Aug-2019
What does material mean? Laura Bottega discusses the factors that may influence the sustainability of returns.
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Sustainability Insight
28-Aug-2019
Vladimir Demine explains how a company's attention to plastic consumption may not only benefit the environment, but also create opportunities to differentiate itself.
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Macro Insight
27-Aug-2019
Tariffs applied during the U.S.-China trade war have paradoxically not raised U.S. inflation. In our latest insight, Tug-of-War: We examine the tug-of-war pitting the direct inflationary effects of tariffs against the indirect deflationary impact of other forces at play.
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Global Equity Observer
23-Aug-2019
Should equity investors be worrying about multiple threats? Bruno Paulson talks earnings and multiples.
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
19-Aug-2019
We were set for a quiet August, but financial markets had other plans. The Global Fixed Income Team believes this change of events should be taken seriously.
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07-Aug-2019
The U.S. fixed income market is less than half of the global fixed income market. Chris Roth of the Global Fixed Income Team discusses the importance of considering international fixed income investments.
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Macro Insight
05-Aug-2019
Why were recent stock markets at all-time highs? Andrew Slimmon details the underpinnings of those markets and his outlook on what's next.
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Market Pulse
25-Jul-2019
The ECB changes course and gets ready to announce a package of easing measures. The Global Fixed Income team shares their views on what’s to come.
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Global Equity Observer
19-Jul-2019
Who is top of the class as consumer staples go back to school? The International Equity Team discusses dominance in the digital age.
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Macro Insight
18-Jul-2019
This video provides a short summary of the latest Andrew Harmstone Monthly Commentary article.
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Macro Insight
18-Jul-2019
The high usage and scarcity of water have become consequential issues not only for human health, but for the global economy. A lot of economic activity is reliant on water—a lot of water. We review the interconnectedness of the world’s water issues, illustrates the impact of water stress on important industries and encourage investors to consider water issues when making decisions.
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
17-Jul-2019
Central Banks seem poised to do all in their power to keep the expansion rolling. The Global Fixed Income team shares their review of the first half of 2019 and their outlook for the second half.
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Global Fixed Income Insights
12-Jul-2019
Europe- and Japan-based investors typically hedge all USD exposure, but is this the best practice? The Emerging Markets Debt Team shares why they believe it may not be.
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Global Equity Observer
25-Jun-2019
Journey into the unknown: the International Equity Team talks politics, profits and pricing power.
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
25-Jun-2019
Fixed income markets are behaving a lot like last year. Is this déjà vu? We don’t think so. The key difference is that the Fed is in play and can cut rates. The Global Fixed Income Team shares their view.
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Market Outlook
04-Jun-2019
A global, unconstrained and style flexible investment process lets Applied Equity Advisors “stay in the game” and take advantage of a wider set of investment opportunities.
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31-May-2019
This video provides a short summary of the latest Andrew Harmstone Monthly Commentary article.
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Macro Insight
31-May-2019
After a growth scare in the fourth quarter of 2018, global economies may not be heading towards a recession—but U.S./China trade tensions may delay recovery.
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Market Outlook
30-May-2019
Over the past decade, “pause” years in the market have been followed by years with positive double-digit returns.
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Investment Insight
28-May-2019
Alternative lending is an asset class borne of bank disintermediation and technological innovation. In this paper, Ken Michlitsch shares his insights on the space.
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Macro Insight
23-May-2019
The best golfers have to be flexible and experienced enough to effectively hit any number of difficult shots. We think the same holds true for portfolio managers and their approach to managing money.
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Global Equity Observer
17-May-2019
With shadow banking subdued, the International Equity Team considers the risks involved in the new Chinese corporate debt.
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
16-May-2019
The global economy is cruising at just the right temperature for growth…now only if those pesky trade issues would go away! The Global Fixed Income team shares their views and outlook.
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Market Outlook
15-May-2019
Andrew Slimmon, head of the Applied Equity Advisors team, discusses his market views in the May 2019 Monthly Commentary.
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Sustainability Insight
10-May-2019
The Global Emerging Markets Team discusses how ESG factors are integrated in their process, with the portfolio managers leading engagements on key issues.
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Macro Insight
29-Apr-2019
Effective risk management means understanding the critical difference between “risk” events and “uncertain” events. We explore the issue, and possible solutions, in our latest outlook, A Tale of Risk.
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
17-Apr-2019
Optimism abounds that the markets are on the right path for 2019, and we agree! We believe easy monetary policy and lower real yields will support economies and lengthen the business cycle. The Global Fixed Income Team shares their views.
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Sustainability Insight
17-Apr-2019
The latest edition of Engage, the International Equity Team’s semi-annual update on their ESG engagement activity.
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Sustainability Insight
16-Apr-2019
The International Equity Team’s discusses its latest offering, Global Sustain, and why understanding ESG factors is essential for successful compounding.
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Global Equity Observer
12-Apr-2019
The International Equity Team asks: is it time to deploy a late-cycle buffer?
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Macro Insight
12-Apr-2019
Ric Ford, Head of Global Credit, shares his views on how reversing negative factors are creating a positive outlook for Europe and European credit.
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Sustainability Insight
27-Mar-2019
William Lock explains why there is no need for compromise between returns and principles.
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Sustainability Insight
27-Mar-2019
Vladimir Demine explains why having a dedicated head of ESG research is the right thing to do for clients.
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Sustainability Insight
27-Mar-2019
Laura Bottega discusses how global factors encourage companies to balance profit and ESG.
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Sustainability Insight
27-Mar-2019
Jill Ytuarte breaks down what the International Equity Team believes is their chief responsibility to clients.
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
20-Mar-2019
Central banks becoming more dovish, U.S.-China relations and Brexit have left uncertainty hanging over the markets. Where will we go from here? The Global Fixed Income team shares their views.
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Macro Insight
19-Mar-2019
Major infrastructure programmes might be the key to reducing the risk of global recession and getting the economy “on the road again.”
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Market Outlook
19-Mar-2019
Andrew Slimmon, head of the Applied Equity Advisors team, discusses his market views in the March 2019 Monthly Commentary.
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GLOBAL EQUITY OBSERVER
13-Mar-2019
Find out why company management getting “strategic” is a red flag for the International Equity Team.
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Sustainability Insight
07-Mar-2019
The Global Opportunity Team shares its new annual report on ESG engagement activity.
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Macro Insight
07-Mar-2019
Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners invests directly in infrastructure assets and seeks to create value through active asset management and operational improvements.
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Market Outlook
28-Feb-2019
Andrew Slimmon, head of the Applied Equity Advisors team, discusses his market views in the February 2019 Monthly Commentary
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Macro Insight
21-Feb-2019
In late 2018, the GBaR team’s defensive positioning helped protect portfolios from falling equity markets. A common question from clients as the team entered 2019 was ‘what would make you more positive on equities?’ Watch Christian Goldsmith, Portfolio Specialist of the GBaR team’s latest market update video to explain.
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
20-Feb-2019
2018 started with strong January performance, but the rest of the year was lackluster. Will 2019 be the same? The Global Fixed Income Team shares their view on why this year will be different.
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Global Equity Observer
20-Feb-2019
January brought better news, but beware straying from the high-quality path, warns the International Equity Team’s Bruno Paulson – we’re not out of the woods yet.
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Macro Insight
19-Feb-2019
Climate change is pushing us to reach political, social and economic “tipping points.” The MSIM GBaR team examines the implications for investors.
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Global Multi-Asset Viewpoint
31-Jan-2019
MSIM’s Global Multi-Asset Team discusses their investment perspective in the latest viewpoint: “Secular Outlook for Bond Yields: Structurally Higher".
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
22-Jan-2019
With a turbulent end to 2018, what will the New Year bring? The Morgan Stanley Global Fixed Income Team shares their outlook for investment opportunities in 2019.
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Global Equity Observer
15-Jan-2019
Could falling earnings and a liquidity squeeze prove toxic to asset prices? Where to hide? Asks Morgan Stanley’s International Equity Team.
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Sustainability Insight
07-Jan-2019
Can you incorporate ESG investing into a fixed income portfolio without giving up yield? The Global Fixed Income Team shares why they believe the answer is a resounding yes.
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Market Outlook
31-Dec-2018
Andrew Slimmon, head of the Applied Equity Advisors team, discusses his market views in the January 2019 Monthly Commentary
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Global Fixed Income Insights
28-Dec-2018
Trying to figure out which asset class could become a break-out performer in 2019? The Convertible Bond Team discusses how convertible bonds can be a valuable portfolio diversification tool, amid higher rates and volatility next year.
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GLOBAL EQUITY OBSERVER
17-Dec-2018
A fast-paced hare may seem the more enticing investment, but if your goals are long-term, then the tortoise is a better fit. Bruno Paulson talks compounders.
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Global Fixed Income Insights
17-Dec-2018
2018 was a challenging year for emerging markets, but the market may be setting up the asset class for a rebound in 2019. The Emerging Markets Debt Team discusses.
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Sustainability Insight
17-Dec-2018
ESG Scores: Comparing apples to oranges
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Sustainability Insight
14-Dec-2018
The higher the quality of a company, the more important its governance, says William Lock of Morgan Stanley.
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
14-Dec-2018
As the weather has cooled, so have the markets. The Global Fixed Income Team shares their outlook for investment opportunities in 2019.
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Sustainability Insight
13-Dec-2018
Not all portfolio managers speak directly with senior managements of the firms they hold. William Lock explains why direct engagement is vital.
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Macro Insight
13-Dec-2018
What is in store for emerging markets after the mania for tech passes? The Global Emerging Markets Team shares their perspective.
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Global Fixed Income Insights
10-Dec-2018
Will it be a soft, bumpy or hard landing from the highs of 2018? We believe the answer lies with four market challenges: caffeine, credit, china and chameleons.
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Investment Insight
09-Dec-2018
As quantitative easing ends, investors should prepare themselves for higher volatility. We believe hedge funds are well positioned to exploit opportunities in a way that other managers simply can’t.
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GLOBAL EQUITY OBSERVER
15-Nov-2018
(Trade) War – what is it good for? The International Equity Team evaluates.
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
12-Nov-2018
October lived up to its infamous reputation for market volatility. What can we expect for the months ahead? The Global Fixed Income Team shares their views.
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Global Equity Observer
18-Oct-2018
The International Equity Team explains why an ESG focus is essential for long-term compounding.
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Sustainability Insight
12-Oct-2018
The inaugural edition of Engage, the International Equity Team’s new semi-annual update on their ESG engagement activity.
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
10-Oct-2018
The Global Fixed Income team discusses if too much recent U.S. growth is still good for the global economy.
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Macro Insight
30-Sep-2018
As with any scarce resource, human capital needs to be protected and nurtured. We discuss global trends and how engaging employees, offering flexible work arrangements, providing training and promoting diversity, can attract talent and increase companies’ competitiveness.
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Global Fixed Income Insights
20-Sep-2018
Richard Lindquist, Head of Global High Yield, discusses how in a world of rising interest rates, he believes middle market high-yield may be the best place to be in the bond market.
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Global Fixed Income Insights
19-Sep-2018
Jim Caron analyses economic cycle indicators and concludes we are closer to the mid-point of the cycle rather than the late point.
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Global Fixed Income Bulletin
17-Sep-2018
The Global Fixed Income team discusses if the stresses which affected the markets in August were predominantly idiosyncratic or if there are more sinister systemic issues at work.
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Global Equity Observer
17-Sep-2018
In response to the latest emerging markets wobble, the International Equity Team argues that a focus on the fundamentals is the best way to avoid the destruction of capital.
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Macro Insight
27-Sep-2017
William Lock explains why he believes a company’s intangible assets are integral to achieving sustainably high returns.
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Investment Insight
31-Aug-2017
Counterpoint Global researches autonomous vehicles, which use a suite of sensors, actuators and a central computer to "perceive" the environment and automate the driving process. This technology could change our perception of personal transportation.
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