20 February 2020
Investing
Video – Factor investing explained
Watch this video* on factor investing – the systematic search for sources of alpha returns using well-documented properties of an […]
20 February 2020
19 February 2020
Investing
Coronavirus shock is felt across sectors, inside China and beyond
Which countries are most exposed to the fallout from the coronavirus crisis in China? How will companies around the world […]
11 February 2020
Sustainable investing
Video – stewardship concerns long-term investment interests
Stewardship at BNP Paribas Asset Management is about safeguarding the long-term investment interests of clients, Gabriel Wilson-Otto, head of stewardship […]
11 February 2020
Investing
Asset allocation: Waiting to buy dips
Lower investment risks and an improved outlook have allowed markets to chalk up gains recently But… do not chase risky […]
11 February 2020
Sustainable investing
The Paris climate targets require investors to act
On the subject of achieving the Paris climate targets, Jane Ambachtsheer, Head of Sustainability at BNP Paribas Asset Management, is […]
10 February 2020
Investing
Coronavirus could well have passing impact on China growth
A good two months since the outbreak of the coronavirus, many forecasters are predicting a sharp fall in China’s economic […]
07 February 2020
Investing
Sustainable investing in Europe: Why putting a label on it really matters
The labels that independently certify sustainable investment strategies in Europe are by no means new – in fact, they have […]
05 February 2020
Markets and central banks
A roller-coaster January
Financial market movements over the last two weeks of January have marked a ‘risk-off’ phase and a flight to safety […]
03 February 2020
Investing
Factor investing in corporate bonds: the new kid on the block
Using factors when investing in corporate bonds is still in its infancy. However, interest among investors has been growing quickly. […]
31 January 2020
Investing
Real estate in 2020: Don’t look back
If you glance back 12 months, you can read our foolhardy attempt to give not only predictions for the listed […]
28 January 2020
Investing
Video – Stewardship helps to understand investment risk
Engaging with companies to convey our views on and concerns over a sustainable future is central to responsible investing. This […]
28 January 2020
Investing
Outlook for European small caps still bright
Investing in European small companies can offer investors attractive opportunities to diversify their portfolios and enhance returns, says Damien Kohler, […]
28 January 2020
Investing
US economy to motor on, though bumps in the road remain
The headwinds to US growth in 2020 have died down for the most part, leading us to expect the economy […]
24 January 2020
Markets and central banks
Eurozone: Conflicting signals for fixed income investors
Bond investors tend to rely on macroeconomics and monetary policies to make their decisions. For the most part, they dislike […]
22 January 2020
Investing
Coal usage in the European Union
Germany, traditionally a top-5 consumer of greenhouse gas-producing coal in the EU, has taken an important step in the process […]
20 January 2020
Investing
Video – Stewardship is at the heart of being a responsible investor
Engaging with companies to convey our views and concerns on sustainability is the essence of responsible investing. In addition, interaction […]
16 January 2020
Investing
US dollar’s flight to end as hawks squeeze out doves
The US dollar appreciated against the euro and most emerging market currencies in 2019 despite decelerating growth and cuts in […]
15 January 2020
Investing
2020: Challenges ahead for corporate debt markets
After strong performance in 2019, risk premia in corporate debt markets are low, meaning there is little cushion should profit […]
