Top Research Picks for February 2025
Will diversification become even more important this year?
Market conditions are shifting, and traditional diversification strategies may no longer be enough. Lombard Odier Investment Management explains why investors might need to rethink their approach in 2025. Read more
“The challenge for 2025 will be determining which factors might prevail between more balanced global growth prospects and the potential onset of fiscal consolidation,” says Aurèle Storno, CIO, Multi Asset at LOIM.
Europe’s regime shift and the implications for equities
olitical and economic transformations are reshaping Europe’s investment landscape. Wellington Management highlights which sectors stand to benefit and where risks are emerging. Read more
“From an equity perspective, I expect this to translate into a rotation from stocks with international exposure to more domestically focused companies — with periphery countries as the relative winners — and from growth to value stocks,” says Nicolas Wylenzek, Macro Strategist at Wellington.
US exceptionalism under pressure: time to look elsewhere?
The U.S. has long dominated global markets, but short-term economic resilience masks deeper structural vulnerabilities. Ashmore Group analyzes whether investors should look beyond the U.S. for stronger opportunities. Read more
“US exceptionalism now has a disruption narrative with DeepSeek emerging as a serious potential threat to the hitherto near US-monopoly on Generative AI and its supply chain," says Gustavo Medeiros,?Head of Research at Ashmore Group.
What the German election results mean for markets
Germany’s 2025 election outcome sparks cautious optimism among investment managers. Read more
“The outcome may be slightly disappointing for equity markets in the short term, however, in the medium term, the actual policy implications will matter more than the election results,” says DWS Group CIO Vincenzo Vedda.
Corporate bonds in emerging markets: navigating risks and opportunities
Emerging market corporate bonds face headwinds. Fisch Asset Management breaks down the key risks and rewards. Read more
Investment Talk: Why it is a good time to invest in Japan Value Equity
Japanese equities are gaining renewed attention as market reforms, corporate earnings, and government incentives create a promising investment landscape. Investment experts from DWS Group and Nissay Asset Management share insights on why value stocks in Japan could remain attractive for investors. Watch now
Do you want the latest investment research, interviews, and more directly in your inbox? Register here:?https://capitalmarkets.net/register/