The continued growth of the tech, media and telecoms sector in certain cities has created renewed demand for office space, while e-commerce is transforming the retail sector
Portfolio Management
Carnival spirit could turn Brazil’s fortunes around
The Brazilian stockmarket has endured a torrid time of late, but the economy has good long-term growth prospects
Stability amid Asian uncertainty
While worries over the global economy persist, meaning allocations to cash and fixed income continue, wealthy Asian investors are looking for yield in some selective local and international markets
Commodities suffer as investors flock to equities
Slowing growth in China has hit demand for commodities while funds have suffered outflows as investors reallocated to equities. But there are opportunities in the sector, for example in metals and timber
Absolute return products and the promise of a smoother ride for investors
Absolute return products promise to reduce a portfolio’s volatility, but with no clear definition about what makes up these vehicles, investors need to be certain just where they are putting their money
Private banks put brakes on inflation
With central banks prioritising growth over curbing inflation, investors are searching for safe havens in which to hide their assets from the threat of rising prices
Investors urged to act in times of distress
Wealth managers now have enough faith in the global economy to recommend buying up distressed assets, but any moves into the asset class must be considered long-term
Private banks pressed to use ESG lens
By boosting its headcount, London-based RWC Partners has improved the firm’s ability to forge links with wealth managers
Flexibility a strength in times of uncertainty
With ongoing doubts about the future of the global economy the ability of multi-asset funds to move easily between classes is making these vehicles more popular
Wealth managers plot course through economic minefield
The global economy is under threat from the US ‘fiscal cliff’, slowing growth in China and the ongoing eurozone crisis. So how should portfolios be positioned to weather such a risky environment?
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