Investors are using defence ETFs as a ‘flight to safety’
As geopolitical tensions escalate and global defence spending increases, a growing number of investors are turning to defence-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These funds not only provide a hedge against uncertainty but also present opportunities for capital growth.
Surely this must be the end of the rally
The equity allocation of US households has risen to 60 percent. The last time stocks had this much weight in the average retail portfolio was during the ‘Dotcom’ bubble. This can leave one to conclude that a stock market crisis is imminent.
Fund Radar: US growth stock funds out of favour
US growth stocks had an excellent year in 2023. Although the Magnificent Seven pulled the cart, they were certainly not the only stocks to record a strong performance. And yet, despite the magnificent returns, investors seem wary and are now withdrawing money from funds investing in this market segment.
Exit markets in private equity remain difficult, says Partners
Partners Group, the Swiss-based private markets investment firm that is also a major player in Luxembourg, has reported a significant decline in performance fees for the first half of 2024 because investment exits are being postponed and becoming more difficult.
Index funds: Bridging the gap between performance and returns
Index rules and procedures can create a significant divergence between overall market performance and the returns that investors in index funds actually receive.
The AI revolution is separating the wheat from the chaff
Technological dominance is the new geopolitical battleground. Companies and countries alike must embrace artificial intelligence if they don’t want to be left behind. This is part six in Investment Officer’s seven-part special series on geopolitics and investing.
Is the Eurozone really outperforming the U.S. on debt? Not so fast!
It might seem like Europe has its financial house in better order than the United States. But hold on a moment — this might just be an optical illusion!
Fund Radar: corporate bonds are attractive, popular, and expensive
The fortunes of corporate bonds seem heavily reliant on a ‘soft landing’ scenario, given the tight spreads. However, recent history reminds us that spreads can easily double during a recession.
Nvidia disappoints with revenue expectations, delays new chip
Nvidia, the crown jewel of the AI revolution, failed to meet investors’ high expectations on Wednesday night as its third-quarter revenue forecast fell short due to a snag in the production of its new Blackwell chip.
‘Comrade Kamala‘s’ economic plans get lukewarm reception
Kamala Harris’ plans to significantly raise corporate taxes and control price increases for essential goods, but these proposals are not being well-received by investors and economists