Market insights

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Our CIO and our portfolio management teams present their macro environment and asset class outlooks for 2026.

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New stock market records spark both excitement and doubt. Many investors fear a setback, hold off on new investments, or even sell their shares. Hoever, all-time highs are not poor entry points at all.

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Over the past 12 months, convertible bonds have significantly outperformed both equities and bonds. The momentum remains intact, and a number of factors underpin the attractiveness of this asset class. In this paper, we examine the current investment case for CBs, taking into account various risks, including the potential bursting of the AI bubble and rising inflation.

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After initially escaping unscathed, Brazil has now been targeted by US President Donald Trump’s tariff measures. Nevertheless, there are numerous reasons why the country remains an attractive investment case.

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Rising liquidity, moderate economic growth and contained inflation continue to underpin risk assets. While the looming increase in the US debt ceiling poses a potential threat, the current backdrop remains constructive. Corporate and convertible bonds are particularly well-positioned.