Housing markets around the world are facing strong headwinds. Household finances and purchasing power are under pressure from falling real incomes, surging household bills and higher borrowing costs.
We outline why now is a good time to participate in fund financing amid rising opportunities and improved risk-adjusted returns.
One of abrdn’s strategic priorities is supporting real world decarbonisation, as outlined in our Net Zero Directed Investing strategy. For us, that means allocating capital to credible transition leaders and climate solutions, as well as influencing the firms we invest in through active engagement.
Flexibility, amenity, connectivity, technology and sustainability (FACTS) are key for future-fit offices. Read more about our views.
As underlying inflation readings continue to surprise to the upside few central bankers are patient enough to allow the long and variable lags of monetary policy.
How are rent caps affecting European real estate?
As well as saving you time and money, CIP outsourcing could help you mitigate risk.
Trading conditions since the start of 2022 have been challenging for investors. High inflation, rising interest rates and the prospect of slowing economies have caused considerable volatility in equity and bond markets.
Against a challenging backdrop, long-term investors are taking a fresh look at income and how to use it.
Summary of developments in emerging market debt in September 2022 and the outlook going forward.
We outline opportunities we see in Asia Pacific – a region ripe for uncovering the sustainability leaders of tomorrow.
Read more about the appeal of the private equity secondaries market.
abrdn consider some of the longer term factors that are exerting upward pressures on inflation.
The MyFolio Sustainable Index fund range has just turned one. Find out about its key features.
Inflation has reached its highest level in over 40 years. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues to drive up global energy and food prices. Ongoing supply-chain bottlenecks and rising labour costs are also boosting inflation. The question for investors is – which strategies might fare best if inflation persists?
Can investors play a part in the battle against climate change while also seeking attractive financial returns?
Max Rofagha, Founder and CEO of Finimize, joins host Richard Dunbar in the latest episode of the Investment IQ Podcast series. Max and Richard discuss the history of Finimize, how it can tackle the information asymmetry between institutional and retail investors, and how Finimize and abrdn can work together to create a powerhouse for investing information and research. The discussion also touches on the global problem of financial literacy and how 'learning by doing' may be part of the answer. This podcast was recorded in July 2022.
Are you wondering how to navigate today’s bond markets? Fixed Income Explained Podcast host Peter Marsland is here to help you explore the opportunities.
Smaller companies tend to be more susceptible to inflation risk than their larger peers. However, while the broad asset class may be floundering amid the highest inflation in decades, in our view, compelling opportunities remain among certain high-quality international small caps.
From elevated yields to defensive characteristics, we make the case for short-duration bonds.