Morningstar: Blackrock versus Polar in alternative energy stocks
For investors in alternative energy companies, the election of an American president whose slogan is “drill, baby, drill” was bad news. Since Donald Trump won the election on November 6 and became the 47th president of the United States, funds in the Morningstar Equity Sector Alternative Energy category have significantly underperformed global equities.
Benelux investors keep their cool as Wall Street wobbles
Wall Street wobbles, nerves fray—European investors stay cool, filter the noise, and focus on long-term stability amid market turbulence.
Healthcare sector back in the spotlight
Stock prices in the healthcare sector are on the rise. Innovation is driving growth, and investors appreciate the defensive qualities of the sector, experts say.
Nasdaq’s bold step towards 24/5 trading draws criticism
Nasdaq is preparing to extend its trading hours, aiming to introduce 24-hour, five-day-a-week trading by the second half of 2026—pending regulatory approval.
State Street begins construction of Luxembourg HQ in Cloche d’Or
State Street on Tuesday started construction on its new Luxembourg headquarters in the Cloche d’Or district.
LLJ: Belgian investors can finally reclaim French dividend taxes
A new spring brings new developments regarding the reclaiming of the flat-rate foreign tax credit (FBB) on French dividends.
Eltif 2.0 brings new dynamics but does not eliminate all doubts
The relaxed rules around Eltifs, the European vehicles for non-listed investments, are leading to a series of new launches. However, not all market players are equally enthusiastic. Many are still adopting a wait-and-see approach.
Alternative funds drive Luxembourg depositary growth but expose digital gaps
Luxembourg’s depositary banking sector is undergoing a structural shift as demand for alternative investment funds (AIFs) continues to rise.
Janus Henderson: Fact vs Fiction: Is the CLO market too concentrated?
There’s a misconception that the CLO market is heavily skewed towards a particular sector or region, concentrating risk. Portfolio Managers Denis Struc and Ian Bettney challenge this myth and demonstrate that its composition is actually advantageous.