Morningstar: Winton vs AQR in trend-following strategies
Trend-following strategies, also known as managed futures, have historically performed well during periods of strong market movements.
ESG funds increasing exposure to defense, data confirms
ESG investment funds in Europe have sharply increased their exposure to defense stocks, according to new Morningstar data that offers the most comprehensive look yet at how sustainable finance is responding to geopolitical pressure.
Dutch pension funds are rethinking government bonds
Dutch pension funds are rethinking government bonds, sparking a shift that could ripple through eurozone yields and global fixed income portfolios.
Amundi backs Europe as global shift redraws investment priorities
Amundi, Europe’s biggest asset manager, is calling on investors to reassess their global asset allocation in light of deep structural changes in the world economy, with its top investment leaders highlighting Europe’s growing role as a safe and opportunity-rich destination.
Quintet to use Eltifs to steer wealthy clients to private markets
Quintet Private Bank on Wednesday announced a new offering that enables its discretionary clients across the Benelux to access private market investments through European long-term investment funds (Eltifs).
Quintet sees Japan as global diversification play
Quintet Private Bank is increasing its exposure to Japanese equities as part of its global strategy for the second half of 2025.
ING to offer Eltifs to Dutch, Belgian clients by year-end
ING plans to begin offering one or more Eltif funds for private banking clients in the Netherlands and Belgium before the end of 2025.
Europe’s shift revives case for active investing, says J.P. Morgan
At its London media summit, J.P. Morgan Asset Management underlined Europe’s bright prospects and stressed the renewed case for active management.
Berlin’s reform agenda on shaky ground after failed chancellor vote
Friedrich Merz’s failure to secure a Bundestag majority has shaken Berlin’s political establishment and cast serious doubt over the ambitious economic reform agenda promised by Germany’s new coalition government.
Euro rally exposes compounding risks in unhedged portfolios
European investors face steep losses as a falling dollar and surging euro squeeze returns on unhedged US assets, raising new questions about strategic currency exposure.