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In this edition, Iain Cunningham and Michael Spinks outline their cyclical growth view, and explain why all the early indicators point to a recession – despite the market looking in the other direction. Sahil Mahtani takes a closer look at artificial intelligence, which holds much promise for modern society, but whose adoption needs to be carefully managed. Finally, we close with a succinct summary of our higher conviction asset class views, beginning with equities, moving on to fixed income, currency and closing out with commodities.

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Ninety One’s multi-asset team provides high level comment on the macro-economic environment, the materials fuelling the transition to green energy, and the performance of various asset classes.

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Portfolio Manager Alex Holroyd Jones and Co-Head of Multi-Asset Growth Iain Cunningham discuss why they believe the eurozone is in for a tough time, and the opportunities arising from this.

Oil and the price equation

The oil price was hovering just over $70 per barrel in mid-June, but by early September was just above $90. This sharp and rapid rise has been attributed to a Saudi strategy of removing supply, but the buoyant demand is also crucial as higher prices have not affected the world’s appetite for black gold. Tom Nelson discusses the price equation and implications of the recent rally.

Schneider Electric: talking carbon, culture … and sustainability as a strategy

For Schneider Electric, a multinational company that specialises in digital automation and energy management, sustainability isn’t just about doing good. It’s a way of aligning the business to the structural tailwinds created by a decarbonising world.

The European economy is in for a rocky period

The European economy entered 2023 amid a wave of optimism following a challenging 2022. However, there is now increasing evidence that growth is stalling, but the market has not reacted. Alex Holroyd-Jones and Iain Cunningham explain why the team has become more bearish towards the eurozone.

Multi-Asset Strategy Quarterly – July 2023

In this edition, Iain Cunningham and Michael Spinks outline their cyclical growth view, and explain why all the early indicators point to a recession – despite the market looking in the other direction. Sahil Mahtani takes a closer look at artificial intelligence, which holds much promise for modern society, but whose adoption needs to be carefully managed. Finally, we close with a succinct summary of our higher conviction asset class views, beginning with equities, moving on to fixed income, currency and closing out with commodities.

Podcast: Summertime blues in the oil market

These are uneasy times in the oil market. The OPEC+ group met again in Vienna last week alongside oil industry chief executives and the stakes are high. Tom Nelson, Head of Thematic Equities discusses with Lindsay Williams.

China: Structural and cyclical challenges present opportunities

We discuss some of the structural and cyclical aspects of the Chinese economy and why we currently see attractive investment opportunities in the region.

Positioning for the next cycle

A radical reset in borrowing costs has changed the rules of the game for investors. Philip Saunders and Sahil Mahtani assess the outlook for 2024 and beyond, and discuss where to invest for a new market cycle.

Tight monetary policy to hamper growth

Around the world central banks have raised interest rates in a bid to curb inflation. The consequence, as we have previously seen in China, are currently seeing in Europe and are likely to see in the US, is slowing growth. Iain Cunningham spells out what this means for markets, and investors.

It’s time to rethink fixed income

With interest rates set to remain higher for longer, investors have some thinking to do. Are the same rules that have applied for the past few decades still in play, or is a different approach needed?

Investing for tomorrow: Africa’s natural environment and what’s at stake

Stephanie Niven and Jake Thomson examine some of the front-line challenges and impact potential of African conservation with Tusk founder Charlie Mayhew.

26 minutes

The acceleration towards a multipolar world

In a detailed podcast, Philip Saunders argues that much of the current geopolitical malaise is the result of the rise of China – one of the five major structural macro themes identified in our ‘Road to 2030’ analytical series – its scale, its ‘all-state’ characteristics and America’s response to it.

Global Insights 2023

2023 has been a year of defining change, with much of the world adapting to higher interest rates. See below for key takeaways from the sessions with our portfolio managers.

Capital Market Assumptions - October 2023

Ninety One’s Capital Market Assumptions framework focuses on the key drivers of long-term performance. We do this to better understand possible future returns, enriching discussions with our clients.

Multi Asset Strategy Quarterly - October 2023

Ninety One’s multi-asset team provides high level comment on the macro-economic environment, the materials fuelling the transition to green energy, and the performance of various asset classes.

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The agri economy is vast, varied and strategically vital. It has also developed a reputation as being environmentally unfriendly on a global scale, but things are changing as primary agricultural businesses and an array of ancillaries mend their ways. Dawid Heyl explains and details the resultant opportunities.

Is cash really king?

It’s not a yes or no question argues Jason Borbora-Sheen.

9 minutes

Tackling the sustainable investment sentiment shift

Sentiment on sustainable investing and climate investing in particular has swung from peak positive to negative for a variety of reasons that include higher interest rates and anti-ESG sentiment. Deirdre Cooper explains the shift, outlines her stance and injects a good deal of contrarian optimism.

Natural resources equities: the growth opportunity that markets are (still) missing

Tom Nelson and Ellie Clapton discuss the critical role natural resources business have to play in the energy transition and their significant structural growth potential.

Deciphering the human factor

How to turn culture and inclusion insights into alpha signals

The European economy is in for a rocky ride

Portfolio Manager Alex Holroyd Jones and Co-Head of Multi-Asset Growth Iain Cunningham discuss why they believe the eurozone is in for a tough time, and the opportunities arising from this.

Oil and the price equation

The oil price was hovering just over $70 per barrel in mid-June, but by early September was just above $90. This sharp and rapid rise has been attributed to a Saudi strategy of removing supply, but the buoyant demand is also crucial as higher prices have not affected the world’s appetite for black gold. Tom Nelson discusses the price equation and implications of the recent rally.

Schneider Electric: talking carbon, culture … and sustainability as a strategy

For Schneider Electric, a multinational company that specialises in digital automation and energy management, sustainability isn’t just about doing good. It’s a way of aligning the business to the structural tailwinds created by a decarbonising world.

The European economy is in for a rocky period

The European economy entered 2023 amid a wave of optimism following a challenging 2022. However, there is now increasing evidence that growth is stalling, but the market has not reacted. Alex Holroyd-Jones and Iain Cunningham explain why the team has become more bearish towards the eurozone.

Multi-Asset Strategy Quarterly – July 2023

In this edition, Iain Cunningham and Michael Spinks outline their cyclical growth view, and explain why all the early indicators point to a recession – despite the market looking in the other direction. Sahil Mahtani takes a closer look at artificial intelligence, which holds much promise for modern society, but whose adoption needs to be carefully managed. Finally, we close with a succinct summary of our higher conviction asset class views, beginning with equities, moving on to fixed income, currency and closing out with commodities.

Podcast: Summertime blues in the oil market

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