Nordea Asset Management

As turbulence continues to rattle global financial markets, many investors are seeking refuge in traditionally safe assets, including government bonds.

We are at a point where Europe must reinvent its identity in a new world in which we are on our own. We need to decide whether to take responsibility for our future or let others decide for us.

Europe is at an inflection point. As global power dynamics shift, the continent has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to redefine its economic future—and investors have a limited window to get ahead of it.

Recent geopolitical events and policy uncertainty have thrown into question the continued relevance of decarbonisation across the economy. Many investors have begun to question whether investing in climate focused strategies still makes sense.

As International Women’s Day highlights female economic empowerment and encourages companies to prioritize diversity in recruitment, we explore how investors can benefit from focusing on female representation.

The global economy is in the midst of a remarkable transformation, presenting investors with a unique mix of hurdles and opportunities. Over the past year, we’ve witnessed persistent trends—America’s economic resilience, global disinflation, and simmering geopolitical tensions—that are likely to shape the year ahead, though with important nuances.

Cement is an essential material for our modern economy. With its low cost and durable characteristics, we struggle to see a scenario where it can be replaced at scale – meaning this essential material will have a continued role in the low carbon economy of the future.

From sprawling farmlands to bustling factories, the global food industry operates through a vast and intricate network of interconnected supply chains spanning the globe. This complex system, vital for bringing food to our tables, is driven by immense resource demands, logistical challenges, and environmental impacts, raising urgent questions about its long-term sustainability, efficiency, and resilience.

With the rate reduction cycle starting to unfold, global listed real estate has recently morphed into a winner. Despite the strong Q3 2024 performance, global REITs are still poised to outperform and deliver attractive returns in the long-term.

As we approach the end of 2024, the economic outlook remains uncertain, with debates around whether the global economy is heading for a soft or hard landing. Amidst this uncertainty, one asset class stands out as a beacon of stability and potential performance: Covered Bonds. These instruments, long recognized for their safety and reliability, are poised to outperform European Investment Grade (IG) Corporates and government debt, making them an attractive option for investors seeking both security and returns in a volatile market.