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Top of Mind Inflation Commodities Asset allocation Energy Article

Commodities were the only major asset class that performed well in the first half of 2022. Multi-Asset Strategist Adam Berger and Commodities Portfolio Manager David Chang consider whether there’s more upside from here.

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Adam Berger, CFA

David Chang, CFA

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2023-08-31

Fintech Disruption Innovation Digital transformation Information technology Financials Equity Long-short Global Industry Research Fundamental equity Article

Fintech innovation: A pure play on enduring disruption

We explore why fintech merits a pure-play approach, discuss the importance of an investment team with deep industry expertise in both financial services and technology, and highlight the long-term nature of this disruption

By

Bruce Glazer

Michael O’Brien, CFA

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2023-09-30

DEI Privates portfolio companies Private equity Private investments ESG insights for private companies ESG Alternatives Article

Diversity, equity, and inclusion: FAQ

We answer some of our private portfolio companies’ most frequently asked questions on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Multiple authors

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2023-08-31

Asset allocation Alternatives Hedge funds Alternatives investing Article

Recalibrating alternative allocations for a new market reality

As allocators cope with economic uncertainty and market volatility, Multi-Asset Strategists Cara Lafond and Adam Berger explain how alternative investments could potentially play a role in improving portfolio resilience and returns.

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Cara Lafond, CFA

Adam Berger, CFA

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2023-08-31

Top of Mind Inflation Asset allocation Monetary policy Multi-asset USA Article

Will the Fed send the US economy into a recession?

Multi-Asset Strategist Adam Berger and US Macro Strategist Juhi Dhawan consider the broad impact of Fed rate hikes and how asset allocators should respond.

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Adam Berger, CFA

Juhi Dhawan, PhD

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2023-07-31

Privates portfolio companies ESG Business practices Alternatives investing ESG insights for private companies DEI Sustainability policies Alternatives Private equity Sustainable investing Article

Governance best practices in public markets

For private companies approaching the public markets, we highlight the corporate governance best practices that can help pave strong relationships with public market investors.

Multiple authors

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2023-07-31

Inflation Europe Monetary policy Volatility Fiscal policy EMEA Article

What next for the euro area after the ECB’s historic hike?

Eoin O'Callaghan and Marco Giordano explore the ECB’s likely next steps and the potential future path of inflation and growth in the euro area.

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Eoin O'Callaghan

Marco Giordano

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2023-07-05

India Impact investing Sustainability Sustainable investing Equity Digital transformation Fintech Impact Consumer discretionary Health care Energy Article

Local perspectives matter: Grassroots research in emerging markets

During a recent research trip across India, our impact investing team witnessed the rapid pace of change and growth mindset that are expanding the impact opportunity set.

Multiple authors

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2023-07-31

Outlooks Macro and market Business practices Collection

Mid-2022 Investment Outlook

As you look ahead to the second half of 2022, we invite you to explore unique perspectives from our marketplace of ideas — more than 900 investors strong.

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2022-12-31

Equity Fixed income Commodities Macro and market Article

Financial Market Review: Second quarter 2022

A quarterly update on equity, fixed income, currency, and commodity markets.

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Brett Hinds

Ryan Greenleaf, CFA

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Article

2023-01-15

Equity Fixed income Commodities Macro and market Article

Monthly Market Snapshot: June 2022

A monthly update on equity, fixed income, currency, and commodity markets.

By

Brett Hinds

Ryan Greenleaf, CFA

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2022-09-15

Sustainability ESG Sustainable investing Impact Climate Net zero Stewardship Carbon emissions Sustainability policies Business practices Article

Mid-2022 ESG & Sustainability Outlook

Our Mid-2022 Sustainability Outlook provides an update on our sustainability efforts, expansion of research into the economic impacts of climate change, ESG integration and stewardship, and impact platform.

Multiple authors

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2022-12-31

Innovation Information technology Business practices Macro and market Equity Large cap Fundamental equity Global Industry Research Article

Stock-based compensation and the tech sector

We explore how stock-based compensation may be creating underappreciated risks for investors, companies, and boards as we potentially enter a more challenging environment for tech stocks.

By

Daniel Pozen

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2023-07-31

Asset allocation Yield Multi-asset Inflation Volatility Article

Insurers: Strengthen your core in the second half

Insurance Multi-Asset Strategist Tim Antonelli shares his latest multi-asset insights for global insurers, including his view that core fixed income holdings — US interest rates and investment-grade corporate bonds — should stack up well against most risk assets in the second half of 2022.

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Tim Antonelli, CFA, FRM

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2022-12-31

Outlooks Inflation Interest rates Commodities Consumer discretionary Energy Industrials Real estate Materials Utilities Americas Innovation Monetary policy Article

Mid-2022 Inflation Outlook

We explore the current inflation environment's significant impacts on asset markets, anticipated relief in supply-chain pressures, and opportunities in commodities and enduring assets.

Multiple authors

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2023-07-31

Inflation Monetary policy Interest rates USA Article

US inflation: Supply chains to the rescue?

Macro Strategist Juhi Dhawan shares her inflation outlook, including the prospects for supply-chain normalization, and her views on the market implications.

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Juhi Dhawan, PhD

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2023-07-31

Factors Manager selection Alternatives Alternatives investing Fixed income Hedge funds Multi-manager solutions Article

Can hedge funds behave if fixed income doesn’t? A manager-selection view

Our Fundamental Factor Team proposes an alternative approach for analyzing hedge funds and constructing multi-manager hedge fund portfolios intended to fill the roles of fixed income.

Multiple authors

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2023-07-31

Outlooks Alternatives Hedge funds Alternatives investing Asset allocation Manager selection Portfolio construction Volatility Fixed income Private equity Article

Mid-2022 Alternative Investments Outlook

As allocators cope with economic uncertainty and market volatility, Multi-Asset Strategist Cara Lafond explains how alternative investments could potentially play a role in improving portfolio resilience and returns.

Multiple authors

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2023-08-31

Outlooks Asset allocation Multi-asset Equity Fixed income Commodities Thematic exposure Inflation Article

Mid-2022 Asset Allocation & Investment Strategy Outlook

We explore the market implications of central bank policies, rising prices, and slowing growth and offer incremental steps to improving a portfolio’s return potential.

Multiple authors

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2023-07-31

Outlooks Inflation Volatility Economic cycle Alternatives Equity Multi-asset Article

Mid-2022 Global Economic Outlook

We believe heightened geopolitical uncertainty, and the new macro environment of deglobalization, higher inflation, greater global cyclicality and volatility will disrupt and drive markets.

Multiple authors

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2023-07-31

Outlooks Fixed income Equity Factors Multi-manager solutions Large cap Inflation Value vs growth Monetary policy Volatility Manager selection Article

Mid-2022 Asset Class Outlook

We offer perspectives on growth and value equities and explore ideas for shoring up your fixed income flank amid the evolving economic and market environment.

Multiple authors

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2023-07-31

Sustainability Impact Health care Global Impact Annual Report (GIAR) Climate Equity Fixed income Global Impact Global Impact Bond Impact investing Sustainable investing Report

Global Impact Annual Report

Discover how we evolved our impact platform in 2021 and track the progress of select portfolio companies and issuers.

Multiple authors

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Report

2023-06-30

Multi-asset Macro and market Article

Monthly Market Snapshot: May 2022

A monthly update on equity, fixed income, currency, and commodity markets.

By

Brett Hinds

Ryan Greenleaf, CFA

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2022-08-15

Net zero Sustainability Carbon emissions Sustainable investing Climate Business practices Sustainability policies Article

Our commitment to net zero

We share our client-centric, engagement-driven approach to net zero by 2050, including our investor toolkit and measurement processes.

By

Wendy Cromwell, CFA

Julie Delongchamp, CFA

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2023-06-30

Portfolio strategy Multi-asset Asset allocation Alternatives Equity Fixed income Private equity Public pension (DB) Whitepaper

Closing the return gap: A new set of “stepping stone” ideas

Multi-Asset Strategist Adam Berger offers incremental, flexible investment ideas that can be combined to help asset owners pursue their goals amid declining capital market return expectations.

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Adam Berger, CFA

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2023-06-30

Stewardship Equity Sustainable investing Business practices Distribution Article

Investing in ESG leaders with a stewardship lens

The value of strong corporate stewardship is gaining wider recognition across the investment industry. When companies are led by an engaged board and a strong management team, allocate capital wisely for the long term and act in the best interest of all stakeholders, they have greater potential to’reinforce their competitive advantage and enhance returns over time.

By

Yolanda Courtines, CFA

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2023-06-30

Inflation Portfolio strategy Multi-asset Macro and market Commodities Equity Fixed income Article

Sticky inflation, weaker growth: A volatile mix

As central bank policy, rising prices, and slowing growth roil the markets, Nanette Abuhoff Jacobson and Supriya Menon explore the implications for equities, bonds, and commodities.

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Nanette Abuhoff Jacobson

Supriya Menon

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2022-10-31

ESG Sustainability Fixed income Macro and market Government bonds Credit Sustainable investing Impact investing Article

Sustainable fixed income investing comes of age

ESG integration and sustainable investing have gained considerable traction in global fixed income markets. Investment Directors Anand Dharan and Meredith Joly and Fixed Income Trader Keenan Choy discuss this ongoing trend and some of its key implications for asset allocators.

Multiple authors

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2023-06-30

Fixed income Opportunities and risks Europe Article

Navigating an uncertain world: finding value in European high yield

Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Konstantin Leidman and Investment Specialist Jillian Rooney explore why recent spread widening has created a potentially attractive entry point into the European high-yield market.

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Konstantin Leidman, CFA

Jillian Rooney

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2022-12-31

Macro and market Education Sustainable investing Alternatives Article

A guide to ESG materiality assessments

We continue our "ESG insights for private companies" series by exploring ESG materiality assessments, including why they are important and how to conduct one for your private company.

Multiple authors

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2023-05-31

Climate Asset allocation EMEA Multi-asset Event replay

Climate from the allocator's perspective

How do different asset allocators within Wellington incorporate climate change into their investment process as markets, data and regulation continue to evolve?

Multiple authors

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2023-05-31

Climate Carbon emissions Sustainability policies Business practices Sustainable investing Article

2021 Climate Report

Aligned with TCFD recommendations, this report describes how we manage climate-related risks and opportunities, engage with companies on climate change, and reduce our own carbon footprint.

Multiple authors

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2023-04-30

Volatility Fixed income Equity Geopolitical Commodities Article

Monthly Market Snapshot: April 2022

A monthly update on equity, fixed income, currency, and commodity markets.

By

Brett Hinds

Ryan Greenleaf, CFA

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2022-07-15

United Kingdom Fixed income Public pension (DB) Private pension (DB) Balance sheet Video Sustainability

Low turnover portfolios and the climate risk challenge

In this short video, Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Mahmoud El-Shaer outlines the Global Credit Buy and Maintain team’s approach to incorporating and managing climate risk in low turnover credit portfolios. He also highlights how the team leverage the work from our partnership with MIT and the Woodwell Climate Research Center.

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Mahmoud El-Shaer, CFA

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2023-01-31

Stewardship Equity Sustainable investing Global Stewards Video

Wellington Global Stewards Fund

Stewardship investing focuses on companies that balance the interests of people, the planet and profits. In this video, Equity Portfolio Manager Yolanda Courtines, introduces the Wellington Global Stewards Fund — a highly selective, core, global equity fund.

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Yolanda Courtines, CFA

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2023-05-31

Defined contribution (DC) Multi-asset Asset allocation Retirement Income Article

Demystifying decumulation: A practical guide

Investors seeking a sound decumulation strategy must consider a host of variables, including risks that weren’t on the radar when they were accumulating assets. Members of our Investment Strategy team consider the interaction between portfolio withdrawals and specific characteristics of the portfolio’s realized return. They also offer thoughts on successful decumulation strategies, focusing on portfolio construction, process design, and implementation.

Multiple authors

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2023-04-30

Sustainable investing Business practices Climate Macro and market Article

2021 Sustainability Report

Sustainability is a strategic priority for our firm and an integral part of our commitment to our clients. By focusing on our clients’ objectives and pairing intellectual curiosity with discipline, we believe we can help our clients meet their long-term goals in a changing world. We appreciate the opportunity to share our approach to advancing sustainable practices across our investment, client, and infrastructure platforms.

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2023-06-14

Multi-asset EMEA Fixed income Impact investing Discretionary Article

Fixed income impact investing: Growth, evolution, opportunity

Members of our fixed income team share their perspectives on the growing need for impact solutions, the expanding opportunity set and the team’s focus on engagement with issuers.

Multiple authors

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2022-12-31

Climate Carbon emissions Article Macro and market Net zero Sustainable investing

How a diversified approach to climate return opportunities can support decarbonisation goals

Joy Perry and Ken Baumgartner explore how a diversified approach to climate return opportunities can support decarbonisation goals.

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Joy Perry

Ken Baumgartner, CFA

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2022-09-30

Equity Fixed income Volatility Geopolitical Commodities Article

Financial Market Review: First quarter 2022

A quarterly review of results in the global equity, fixed income, currency, and commodity markets.

By

Brett Hinds

Ryan Greenleaf, CFA

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2022-10-15

ESG Net zero Energy Utilities Equity Article

How behavioural finance analysis can help unearth hidden sustainability potential

Equity Portfolio Manager Tom Horsey shares his insights in how behavioural finance analysis can help unearth hidden sustainability potential.

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Tom Horsey

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2023-04-30

Equity Fixed income Volatility Geopolitical Commodities Article

Monthly Market Snapshot: March 2022

A monthly update on equity, fixed income, currency, and commodity markets.

By

Brett Hinds

Ryan Greenleaf, CFA

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2022-06-15

Climate Long-short Alternatives investing Opportunities and risks Sustainable investing Article

Climate investing: The case for a market-neutral approach

We explore why climate change is a compelling organizing principle for investing and highlight the potential benefits and risks of market-neutral implementations.

By

Nathan Ritsko

Eric Krusell, CFA

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2023-04-30

Inflation Insurance Multi-Asset Outlook Interest rates Volatility Commodities Equity Fixed income Multi-asset Article

Higher inflation, rising rates: Front and center for insurers

With macro and market complications piling up through the first few months of 2022, Insurance Multi-Asset Strategist Tim Antonelli provides his investment implications for global insurers.

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Tim Antonelli, CFA, FRM

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2022-10-15

Multi-asset USA Private pension (DB) Asset allocation Whitepaper Liability-driven investing

Nearing the finish line: Ideas on end-state investing for corporate DB plans

As corporate plans approach their fully funded “end state,” new goals will need to be set. Members of our LDI team share their research on this transition and the required realignment of asset allocation strategies, including changes in return-seeking and liability-hedging portfolios and key liquidity considerations.

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Amy Trainor, FSA

Jacqueline Yang, CFA

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2023-04-30

Geopolitical Russia Inflation Volatility Europe China Commodities Multi-asset Article

Russia/Ukraine: Transformational, not transitory

Four Wellington thought leaders share their distinct individual perspectives on the short- and longer-term implications of the tragic watershed conflict between Russia and Ukraine: Geopolitical Strategist Thomas Mucha on the geopolitical backdrop; Macro Strategist John Butler on what it means for Europe; Macro Strategist Santiago Millán on the role of China; and Portfolio Manager David Chang on the commodities markets.

Multiple authors

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2022-11-30

China Russia Volatility Geopolitical Multi-asset Article

What does the Ukraine invasion mean for China?

Macro Strategist Santiago Millán argues that the scale and breadth of the sanctions on Russia have increased the uncertainty of investing in China across multiple dimensions. He explores the continued decoupling of China and the West.

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Santiago Millán, CFA

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2023-03-31

China Russia Inflation Volatility Geopolitical Multi-asset Article

China is not Russia: Reasons to stay invested

Equity Portfolio Manager Greg Mattiko challenges investors to look at actions rather than conjecture when considering reduced exposure to China.

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Greg Mattiko, CFA

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2023-03-31

ESG insights for private companies Sustainability Alternatives ESG Private equity Article

Cybersecurity in 2022

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has raised the profile of today’s heightened cybersecurity risks. Here, we highlight the rising cybersecurity problem, explore how it affects the private sphere, discuss key regulatory considerations, and share best practices for private companies facing these threats.

Multiple authors

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2023-03-31

Russia Geopolitical Multi-asset Inflation Volatility Article

War in Ukraine: Five observations on recent developments

Macro Strategist Gillian Edgeworth assesses recent developments in the escalating Russia/Ukraine conflict and highlights five key implications.

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Gillian Edgeworth

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2023-03-31

ESG Russia Geopolitical Information technology Energy Financials Industrials Real estate Consumer staples Article

How will war in Ukraine shift the ESG landscape?

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has turned the spotlight on ESG in new ways. Our ESG Research Team highlights how the crisis may shape their analysis.

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Carolina San Martin, CFA

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2023-03-31

Geopolitical Macro and market Multi-asset Equity Europe Article

War and markets: What's the connection?

Amid the geopolitical turmoil and tragic humanitarian fallout of the Russia/Ukraine crisis, many investors are naturally also concerned about the negative effects the escalating conflict could have on their portfolios. With that in mind, I thought I’d provide a quick snapshot of the impacts that past wars have tended to have on asset prices.

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Owen Lamont, PhD

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2023-03-31

ESG Private equity Video

Five key ESG topics for private companies

Members of our private market ESG team highlight the topics they expect will be top of mind in the coming year, from diversity to data privacy to supply-chain issues.

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Hillary Flynn

Celi Khanyile-Lynch

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2022-12-31

China Russia Geopolitical Volatility Multi-asset Article

Commodities investing amid the Russia/Ukraine conflict

We explore how the tragic conflict between Russia and Ukraine impacts commodities markets broadly and a few key commodities in particular.

By

David Chang, CFA

Joy Perry

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2023-03-31

Geopolitical Inflation COVID USA China Equity Fixed income Private equity Cryptocurrency Article

Ten more “what if” scenarios for 2022

In his latest Top of Mind session, Multi-Asset Strategist Adam Berger addressed a wide range of what-if scenarios on the minds of our clients. See what he has to say on Russia, China, cryptocurrencies, the IPO market, and many other topics in this brief article.

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Adam Berger, CFA

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2023-02-28

Geopolitical Russia Europe Fiscal policy Monetary policy Energy Article

How will Russia’s invasion of Ukraine transform the euro area? Four potential paths

As the tragedy in Ukraine unfolds, Macro Strategist John Butler assesses possible implications of the conflict for Europe and the euro area. He outlines four potential paths.

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John Butler

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2023-03-31

Russia Geopolitical Multi-asset Inflation Value vs growth Volatility Article

Russia/Ukraine conflict: Five things to watch closely

Amid the ongoing turmoil of the Russia/Ukraine crisis, Global Investment Strategist Nanette Abuhoff Jacobson highlights five key areas she thinks investors should keep a watchful eye on in the weeks ahead.

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Nanette Abuhoff Jacobson

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2023-03-31

Private pension (DB) Macro and market USA Multi-asset Liability-driven investing LDI Alert Portfolio construction Volatility Article

Preserving funded-ratio stability in volatile markets

Faced with extreme market volatility in the early months of 2022, what can corporate DB plan sponsors do to potentially provide stability in their portfolios while still pursuing longer-term funding aspirations? Multi-Asset Strategist Amy Trainor offers thoughts on rerisking, hedge ratios, and liability-hedging and return-seeking allocations.

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Amy Trainor, FSA

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2023-03-31

Macro and market Asset allocation Multi-Asset Outlook Inflation Interest rates Monetary policy USA Russia Japan Equity Fixed income Multi-asset Commodities Article

For markets, it’s complicated

As markets grapple with the war in Ukraine, inflation worries, and a host of other issues, Nanette Abuhoff Jacobson and Daniel Cook offer their thoughts on the investment implications for equities, commodities, and fixed income.

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Nanette Abuhoff Jacobson

Daniel Cook, CFA

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2022-10-31

Russia Commodities Geopolitical Article

Russia/Ukraine and the commodity challenge

With commodity inventories at multi-decade lows, is rising cross-asset class volatility all but inevitable? Leveraging insights from Wellington colleagues, Thematic Strategist Trevor Noren argues that the Russia/Ukraine crisis demonstrates why the answer is likely yes.

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Trevor Noren

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2023-03-31

Geopolitical Russia Multi-asset Article

Geopolitical observations on Ukraine

Geopolitical Strategist Thomas Mucha integrates his observations with those of his senior-level military, intelligence and diplomatic contacts to offer insights on the potential consequences of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

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Thomas Mucha

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2023-03-31

Multi-asset Russia Geopolitical Article

Russian invasion of Ukraine: Looking through the newsflow

Looking beyond the upsetting newsflow, what does the unfolding Ukrainian tragedy mean for investors? Director of Investment Strategy Natasha Brook-Walters shares three different Wellington perspectives.

Multiple authors

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2023-02-28

Macro and market Sustainability Equity Fixed income Alternatives Climate Geopolitical Emerging markets Sustainable investing Tech & Innovation Event replay

Navigating a new tomorrow

In this video, Wellington investment professionals and prominent guests articulate the structural risks and opportunities that we believe will shape tomorrow’s investment strategies, ranging from medical innovation spurred by the global pandemic to technological breakthroughs, and ideas aimed at curbing or mitigating climate risk.

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2023-01-31

Equity Utilities Volatility Article

Mitigating drawdowns with listed infrastructure

As markets enter a potentially more volatile phase, Tom Levering and Ken Baumgartner explore whether targeted exposure to listed infrastructure could help mitigate drawdowns.

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Ken Baumgartner, CFA

Tom Levering

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2023-02-28

Factors Fixed income Asset allocation Portfolio construction Article

Better balance in bonds: How a factor framework and a barbell approach could help

For investors seeking diversification in their credit portfolios, members of our Fundamental Factor team propose a portfolio construction and manager selection process designed to source complementary manager alpha-generation styles and help “smooth out” the path of fixed income alpha.

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Brendan Fludder, CFA

Noah Comen, CFA

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2023-02-28

Currency Cryptocurrency Blockchain Artificial intelligence (AI) Future Themes Alternatives Article

Evaluating cryptocurrencies as an asset class

We explore cryptoassets’ potential as an asset class as the topic dominates the headlines.

By

Alexandre Chau

Ranjit Ramachandran, CFA

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2023-02-28

Russia Geopolitical Article

Ukraine crisis: Understanding the broader picture

The tense Ukraine crisis has brought the US-Russia standoff to a head: Now what? Geopolitical Strategist Thomas Mucha argues this is all part of a global geopolitical pattern — “great-power” competition — that makes the Russian threat particularly dangerous. Read more.

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Thomas Mucha

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2023-02-28

Equity Sustainable investing Event replay Climate ESG Macro and market

2021 Responsible Investor USA conference: Climate investor spotlight

In this event replay from the 2021 Responsible Investor USA conference, Portfolio Manager Alan Hsu discusses how you can dynamically build a portfolio of stocks for a pragmatic net zero CO2 strategy.

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Alan Hsu

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2023-01-31

Multi-asset Geopolitical Article

Monthly Market Snapshot: January 2022

A monthly update on equity, fixed income, currency, and commodity markets.

By

Brett Hinds

Greg Galajda

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2022-07-15

Climate Japan ESG Sustainable investing Article

Japan rises to the challenge of climate change

Two of our climate investors explain how Japanese companies are developing innovative solutions to protect society from the effects of climate change.

By

Alan Hsu

Christopher Goolgasian, CFA, CPA, CAIA

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2023-02-28

Climate Risk management Sustainability Multi-asset Sustainable investing Article

Hedging climate risk: The best defense is a good offense

Climate risks have the potential to create a long-term return drag on investment portfolios. We suggest a straightforward approach to hedging the deleterious effects of climate change.

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Erika Murphy, CFA, CAIA

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2023-02-28

Volatility Macro and market Public pension (DB) Endowments & foundations Family office Insurance Private pension (DB) Union (Taft Hartley) USA China Multi-asset Emerging markets Inflation Portfolio construction Article

What if…? Contemplating five big questions for 2022

Could there be policy, inflation, or market surprises in 2022? Multi-Asset Strategist Adam Berger weighs the possibilities and the portfolio implications.

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Adam Berger, CFA

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2023-02-28

EMEA Inflation Utilities Subadvisory Equity Fundamental equity Global Industry Research Interest rates Monetary policy Portfolio construction Article

How to reposition portfolios for inflation with listed infrastructure

With the risk of structurally higher inflation increasing, Tom Levering and Ken Baumgartner assess whether allocating to listed infrastructure may help mitigate the impact of inflation.

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Ken Baumgartner, CFA

Tom Levering

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2023-01-31

Europe Fixed income Sustainability Distribution Sustainable investing Article

Evaluating labelled bonds: A robust framework is key

In this rapidly evolving market, we believe investors need a thoughtful approach to assessing issues’ suitability and combatting greenwashing, in order to generate real impact.

By

Paul Skinner

Campe Goodman, CFA

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2022-09-30

Opportunities and risks Carbon emissions Equity Article

Effective exposure to secular trends through listed infrastructure

How an allocation to select listed infrastructure companies can offer investors long-term exposure to secular trends such as decarbonisation.

By

Tom Levering

Ken Baumgartner, CFA

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2023-01-31

Macro and market Multi-asset Market commentaries Article

Financial Market Review: Fourth quarter 2021

A quarterly review of results in the global equity, fixed income, currency, and commodity markets.

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Brett Hinds

Greg Galajda

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2022-07-15

Carbon emissions Energy Sustainable investing Alternatives Equity Opportunities and risks Article Climate ESG

Decarbonization and the energy transition: The next supercycle

The low-carbon transition could be the biggest capital cycle of our lifetime, fueled by massive spending and extensive infrastructure development. We break down the investment implications.

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Keith White

Kinga Darida, CFA

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2022-12-31

Multi-asset Macro and market Article

Monthly Market Snapshot: December 2021

A monthly update on equity, fixed income, currency, and commodity markets.

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Brett Hinds

Greg Galajda

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2022-07-15

Multi-asset Climate Portfolio strategy Inflation Sustainable investing Article

Integrating climate change into capital market assumptions: our approach and findings

Members of our Investment Strategy team explain how they are incorporating climate-related inputs, including physical and transition risks, into their capital market assumptions and outline the impact of these changes at the asset-class level.

Multiple authors

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2023-01-31

DEI Business practices Sustainability Article

Annual letter from our CEO: Embracing change

In a fast-changing world, CEO Jean Hynes discusses some of the strategic initiatives our firm has undertaken to ensure that we’re aligned with and ready to support our clients’ goals for years to come.

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Jean Hynes, CFA

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2023-01-01

Outlooks Private equity Macro and market Manager selection ESG Climate Alternatives investing Article

2022 Alternative Investment Outlook

Our 2022 Alternative Investment Outlook looks at 5 areas of focus for the coming year and explores private equity markets and ESG opportunities.

Multiple authors

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2022-12-31

Inflation Fixed income Global Industry Research Event replay Opportunities and risks

Reflation or stagflation? Assessing the investment outlook for 2022

Are investors right to fear a return of stagflation? What areas of portfolios may need repositioning? And how do they think about inflation and climate risk?

Multiple authors

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2022-12-31

Insurance USA Multi-asset Volatility Inflation COVID Article

Three transition year themes — inflation, capital, ESG

Insurance Multi-Asset Strategist Tim Antonelli believes 2022 could be a year of transition for the global insurance industry, with the three big themes of inflation, capital, and ESG likely to play prominent roles in many insurers’ strategic planning and decisions.

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Tim Antonelli, CFA, FRM

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2022-12-01

Outlooks Macro and market ESG Impact Stewardship Sustainable investing Article

2022 ESG & Sustainability Outlook

Our 2022 ESG & Sustainability Outlook previews our climate research and engagement approach for the coming year and offers investment strategy considerations.

Multiple authors

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2022-12-31

Multi-asset Inflation Article

Blast from the past: Are we watching the return of 1970s-style stagflation?

How worried should investors be about the risk of stagflation? Portfolio Manager Nick Petrucelli offers his take, digging into previous occurrences for clues about the causes that may be most relevant today and outlining the potential outcomes and capital market implications.

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Nick Petrucelli

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2022-12-31

Outlooks Macro and market Climate Asset allocation Sustainable investing Article

2022 Climate Change Investing Outlook

As the effects of climate change become more difficult to ignore, we suggest focusing on adaptation, mitigation, & engagement for 2022 climate investing plans.

Multiple authors

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2022-12-31

Portfolio policy Alternatives investing Equity Alternatives Article

When public and private equity converge: An allocator’s guide

Multi-Asset Strategist Cara Lafond believes the time has come to recalibrate private equity portfolios to keep up with the evolution of the equity ecosystem. She offers a case for a more holistic view of public and private allocations, a fresh look at how allocators access growth, and the use of private and crossover strategies in innovative sectors.

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Cara Lafond, CFA

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2022-12-30

ESG Alternatives ESG insights for private companies Privates portfolio companies Private equity Private debt Sustainable investing Article Alternatives investing

ESG in 2022: Insights for private companies

We profile why ESG factors matter in private markets, explore the diverse ESG issues private companies face across industries, highlight five key areas to prioritize, and share the essential steps private companies can take to keep up with today’s evolving ESG risks and opportunities.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-11-30

ESG Sustainable investing Climate Carbon emissions Event replay

Climate Action’s Sustainable Investment Forum interview: Climate leader insight (Video replay)

In this event replay from the 2021 Sustainable Investment Forum North America, Head of Sustainable Investment Wendy Cromwell discusses the tools asset owners can consider to align portfolios with the energy transition, how investors are incorporating climate science into investment decisions, and how corporations can build credible climate commitments.

By

Wendy Cromwell, CFA

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Replay

2022-10-28

Distribution Equity Sustainable investing Global Stewards Climate Net zero Portfolio construction Event replay

Tying ESG to alpha — in practice

In a climate-driven capital cycle, companies that prioritise the environment and formulate clear climate strategies can become market leaders.

By

Yolanda Courtines, CFA

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2022-10-31

Outlooks USA China Inflation Geopolitical Climate Article

2022 Global Economic Outlook

Our 2022 economic outlook describes the forces we believe will shape macro & market events, including significant inflationary and geopolitical risks.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-11-30

Outlooks Equity Fixed income Commodities Inflation Volatility Asset allocation Risk management Net zero Multi-asset Article

2022 Multi-Asset Outlook

In our 2022 Asset Allocation Outlook, we expect markets to focus on central bank efforts to tame inflation look at 5 post-pandemic essentials for 2022.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-12-31

Climate Sustainable investing Equity Net zero Portfolio construction Opportunities and risks Fundamental equity Enduring Assets Article

Roadmap to net zero

We outline a potential roadmap to help investors transition towards a net-zero emissions portfolio and highlight two strategies that may serve as potential building blocks.

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Article

2022-09-30

Fixed income Portfolio strategy Opportunities and risks Inflation Volatility Economic cycle Article

A credit strategy designed for all seasons

Today’s fixed income allocators face a variety of challenges. Against this backdrop, Multi-Asset Strategist Cara Lafond and Investment Directors Amar Reganti, Chris Perret, and Andrew Bayerl make the case for having an “all-weather” credit portfolio composed of carefully chosen building blocks.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-11-15

Liability-driven investing Portfolio policy Article United Kingdom Credit Retirement Manager selection Portfolio construction Private pension (DB) Public pension (DB)

Building a terminal credit portfolio: a practical guide

We propose a three-step process for de-risking, which aims to lock in improvements in funded ratios while providing a clear path for transitioning towards the terminal portfolio.

By

Mahmoud El-Shaer, CFA

Marco Giordano

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Article

2022-11-30

Multi-asset Macro and market Public pension (DB) Subadvisory Union (Taft Hartley) Endowments & foundations Single Balance sheet Alternatives Equity Fixed income Portfolio policy Opportunities and risks Climate Article

Changing “weather” patterns in alternatives and climate

Multi-Asset Strategist Adam Berger offers a forecast on the future of alternative and climate-related investing, with insights on manager selection, public/private allocations, climate-aware capital market assumptions, and a range of other topics.

By

Adam Berger, CFA

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Article

2022-11-30

Tech & Innovation Macro and market APAC Article

Step into the metaverse

The metaverse is dominating tech headlines. Here, we explore the hardware infrastructure upgrades required to make this innovation possible and highlight the opportunities this creates for the Asia tech sector.

By

Yash Patodia

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Article

2022-08-31

Inflation Equity Fixed income Multi-asset Article China Opportunities and risks

Five investment essentials for a post-pandemic world

As the world “gets back to business” in 2022, a cautiously optimistic outlook seems warranted. For investors, it may be a year to think thematically.

By

Nick Samouilhan, PhD, CFA, FRM

Andrew Sharp-Paul

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Article

2022-11-30

Tech & Innovation Asia tech Fintech Fundamental equity Global Industry Research Equity ESG Article Macro and market Opportunities and risks

Tech WELLcovered: Legacy redefined

Tech innovations are breaking down barriers, enabling us all to leave legacies of progress through the ways we allocate our capital and live our lives. Join us on a journey to witness the past, experience the present, and build a better future — all while capturing tech’s pervasive investable opportunities.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-11-30

Climate ESG Stewardship Sustainable investing Europe Americas Business practices Article

Update on stewardship priorities

We share an update on our 2021 stewardship priorities, including diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and climate change. We also provide an update on our ESG engagement and proxy voting activity in the quarter.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-10-31

Sustainable investing Climate Carbon emissions Sustainability policies Net zero Event replay

The Economist’s Sustainability Week interview: Countdown to COP26

In this event replay from The Economist’s 2021 Sustainability Week, Head of Sustainable Investment Wendy Cromwell discusses how investors are incorporating climate science data into investment decisions, the anticipated implications for capital markets of climate change adaption, and net-zero considerations for the energy transition.

By

Wendy Cromwell, CFA

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2022-10-31

Climate Opportunities and risks Sustainability Sustainable investing Equity Fixed income Global Industry Research ESG Podcast

Countering climate risks through collaboration

Global Industry Analyst Alan Hsu and Dr. Philip Duffy of Woodwell Climate Research Center discuss the importance of close cooperation between investors and climate scientists when addressing climate action.

By

Alan Hsu

Dr. Philip Duffy, PhD

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Podcast

2022-10-31

Sustainable investing Carbon emissions Net zero Sustainability policies Business practices Article

Toward carbon neutrality: Our approach to carbon offsets

Wellington has committed to be carbon neutral in our operations by the end of 2022. Members of our Sustainable Investing and Corporate Sustainability Teams describe our multifaceted approach to achieving that goal.

By

Jenny Xie

Jim Bowers

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Article

2022-10-31

Equity Fundamental equity Sustainable investing Article Opportunities and risks

Climate conundrum: Will carbon constraints affect the pursuit of other portfolio objectives?

Members of our Fundamental Factor Team share their research on the potential for trade-offs when carbon goals are integrated into outcome-oriented, factor-based portfolios.

By

Katrina Price, CAIA

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Article

2022-10-31

Climate Macro and market Sustainability Sustainable investing Inflation Article

After the inflection point: How the climate challenge will transform the global economy

The decarbonization commitments of countries around the world will fundamentally reshape the global economy. Members of our Central Macro Team highlight their research findings, from the effects on growth and the cost of capital to the potential for geopolitical conflict and higher inflation.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-10-31

Climate Geopolitical USA Macro and market Article

Sizing up Biden’s plan to decarbonize America

US Macro Strategist Juhi Dhawan examines the Biden administration’s commitment to a lower-carbon economy, including proposed infrastructure spending, tax incentives, and regulations, as well as the implications for industries and the broad economy.

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Juhi Dhawan, PhD

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Article

2022-10-31

Multi-asset Equity Americas EMEA Macro and market Article

With growth and policy, which matters more: Level or change?

While macro risks may be elevated somewhat, Nanette Abuhoff Jacobson and Daniel Cook still see opportunities, including in European equities and commodities. They also argue for being selective in credit while maintaining fixed income for diversification.

By

Daniel Cook, CFA

Nanette Abuhoff Jacobson

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Article

2022-03-31

Sustainable investing ESG Fundamental equity Impact investing Fixed income Equity Article EMEA

The what, where and how of impact investing

Portfolio Managers Campe Goodman and Tara Stilwell answer essential questions on impact investing, from where to find opportunities to what it means for financial returns.

By

Campe Goodman, CFA

Tara Stilwell, CFA

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Article

2022-10-15

Equity Macro and market Tech & Innovation Fundamental equity Opportunities and risks Article Asia tech Fintech Distribution

Tech WELLcovered: experience transformed

5G, AI and augmented reality will soon offer exponentially more options for experiences outside of work — with each activity personalised for your interests. Join us on a journey to witness the past, experience the present and transform the way you see the future of fun and the investable opportunities it creates.

Multiple authors

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2022-10-31

Equity Macro and market Fintech Asia tech Article Tech & Innovation

Rising short-termism in fintech has a silver lining

Global Industry Analyst Matt Ross looks at the fintech sector as an example of the long-term alpha opportunity that may be available to patient equity investors.

By

Matt Ross, CFA

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Article

2022-03-14

Emerging markets Equity China Fundamental equity Video Opportunities and risks

All-China Focus Equity Fund

Portfolio Manager Bo Meunier and Investment Director Philip Li outline the investment philosophy of the Wellington All-China Focus Equity Fund, and discuss the appeal of a standalone equity allocation to China and the interesting opportunities in today’s environment.

By

Bo Meunier, CFA

Phil Li, CFA

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Video

2022-08-31

Innovation Retirement Future Themes Macro and market Artificial intelligence (AI) China Multi-asset Health care Article

The future of retirement: Aging in 2050

We explore the long-term investment trends associated with global aging through the story of Fang, a fictional Chinese retiree living in 2050.

By

Anita Killian, CFA

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Article

2022-09-30

Sustainable investing Climate Equity Global Industry Research Fundamental equity Article

Adapting to climate change: Investing in the resiliency imperative

As the risks of climate change increase, so does the need to build resiliency. Members of our Climate Research Team discuss why they believe demand for climate adaptation solutions could grow exponentially, and how they think about investing in solutions for a range of climate variables, including heat, flooding, wildfires, and water scarcity.

By

Christopher Goolgasian, CFA, CPA, CAIA

Erika Murphy, CFA, CAIA

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Article

2022-09-30

Sustainable investing Climate Equity Portfolio policy Europe Fundamental equity Article

Tangible steps to decarbonise portfolios

We explore why equity investors need to start reducing exposure to climate risk and outline a balanced approach to moving portfolios towards net zero.

By

Portfolio Advisor Team

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Article

2022-09-30

Multi-asset Opportunities and risks Portfolio policy Public pension (DB) Article

Investing for the long term (in a short-term world)

With short-term behavior evident across the financial landscape, Multi-Asset Strategist Adam Berger explores the intuitive and quantifiable advantages of being more long term, and he offers seven habits that can help asset owners cultivate a long-term mindset.

By

Adam Berger, CFA

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Article

2022-09-30

Future Themes Business practices Macro and market Global Industry Research Article

The future of work: Why societal shifts matter

While the pandemic has accelerated existing shifts in people’s working lives, these changes may just be the start. We assess the future of work in 2030 and highlight some potential investment implications.

By

Santiago Millán, CFA

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Article

2022-09-30

Emerging markets Fixed income Portfolio policy China Article Opportunities and risks

Chinese government bonds: How do they measure up in a multi-asset framework?

As China’s bond market continues to grow in size and liquidity, we consider the potential role the country’s government bonds can play in diversifying a broader sovereign portfolio, improving yields, and offsetting equity risk.

By

Nick Samouilhan, PhD, CFA, FRM

Alex Muir

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Article

2022-08-31

Tech & Innovation Global Industry Research Article Equity Fundamental equity Future Themes

Investing in innovation: Disruption is everywhere

We outline our definition of innovation and answer questions about our views on the breadth and depth of the innovation opportunity, how we identify and compare disruptive companies across industries, and the importance of robust research capabilities — including a private-equity mindset and strong ESG expertise.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-08-31

Tech & Innovation Equity Fintech Global Industry Research Fundamental equity Article

Tech WELLcovered work reimagined

We believe today’s workplace innovations are just the beginning of a multi-decade transformation. Join us on a journey to witness the past, experience the present and reimagine how the future of work is creating investable opportunities.

Multiple authors

event

Article

2022-08-31

Emerging markets Equity Macro and market Article

Seven reasons to invest actively in EM equities

Investment Director Andrew Sharp-Paul makes his case for actively managed investment strategies, rooted in fundamental research, as the best way for investors to capitalize on the opportunity set in emerging markets equity.

By

Andrew Sharp-Paul

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Article

2021-12-31

Future Themes Equity Global Industry Research Article

Enterprise automation: Three transformative themes

We explore how automation will reshape the future of the enterprise through three transformative themes with significant investment implications.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-06-30

Sustainable investing Europe Article Business practices

Update on key sustainability initiatives (Q2 2021)

We offer an update and mid-year outlook on key climate- and sustainability-related initiatives at the firm. We also provide an update on our ESG engagement and proxy voting activity in the quarter.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-06-30

Equity Opportunities and risks APAC Value vs growth Fundamental equity Global Industry Research Article

Asia equity investing: The contrarian advantage

An approach targeting underappreciated or misunderstood assets may be particularly suited to Asia market dynamics and to the current potentially reflationary environment.

By

Jun Oh

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Article

2022-08-31

Future Themes Tech & Innovation Macro and market Opportunities and risks Global Industry Research Equity Article

Robots won’t take our jobs (and other reasons to be excited about factory automation)

We profile three key areas in the future of factory automation – collaborative robotics, the industrial software revolution, and the economic and social implications of automation – and explore the investment opportunities this innovation creates.

By

David Reid, CFA

Angel Pan, CFA

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Article

2022-08-31

Macro and market Artificial intelligence (AI) Future Themes Global Industry Research Equity Article Consumer discretionary

The future of youth: Education, entertainment, and relationships transformed

Through the story of Aisha, a hypothetical future teenager in India, we explore how technological disruption will transform how young people prepare for work through education, their forms of entertainment, and how they develop new relationships.

By

Yash Patodia

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Article

2022-08-31

Inflation USA Article

A revival in US investment spending: Implications of the Biden infrastructure plan

US Macro Strategist Juhi Dhawan discusses six key themes in the US infrastructure proposals, from shovel-ready projects to modernization of the power grid, and considers the broad economic impact and potential for unintended consequences.

By

Juhi Dhawan, PhD

event

Article

2022-08-31

Equity Stewardship Portfolio strategy Opportunities and risks Sustainable investing Distribution Article

People, planet, profit: investing with a stewardship mentality

An investment strategy with a long-term mindset focused on companies that weigh the interests of all stakeholders and generate strong returns on capital can potentially deliver good investment returns while helping to address ESG concerns.

By

Yolanda Courtines, CFA

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Article

2022-07-31

Macro and market Alternatives Alternatives investing Americas Event replay

2021 Alternatives Annual Meeting Highlights

This highlights reel offers a quick look at the topics that are top of mind for our alternatives investors, from credit market dislocations to emerging market themes to cryptocurrencies.

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Multiple speakers

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Replay

2022-07-31

Channel Global Industry Research Fundamental equity Equity Macro and market Opportunities and risks Video Future Themes

Genomic testing and the future of medicine

We explore the future of genomic testing, the therapeutics it enables, and its impact on the health care system as a whole.

By

Fayyaz Mujtaba

Adam Illfelder, CFA

event

Video

2022-07-30

Sustainable investing Equity Fixed income Opportunities and risks Article

Global Impact Annual Report

Improving lives and protecting the environment while delivering competitive returns are the dual goals of our impact equity and bond strategies.

By

Campe Goodman, CFA

Tara Stilwell, CFA

event

Article

2022-04-30

China Equity Portfolio policy Emerging markets Article

Split decision: Should investors separate China from EM equities?

Many investors are contemplating whether to separate China from the rest of their emerging market equity allocation. Members of our Investment Strategy Group argue that the key decision point is not China’s dominance of the emerging market index, but the extent to which a standalone China allocation can be viewed as similar to an EM ex-China allocation. In this paper, they evaluate the similarity of the two allocations using a variety of metrics, from correlations to factors to sector composition.

By

Nick Samouilhan, PhD, CFA, FRM

event

Article

2022-07-31

Portfolio policy Private pension (DB) United Kingdom Liability-driven investing Article

UK DB schemes: protecting gains, awaiting opportunities

With funding levels high but long-duration credit looking expensive, schemes looking to de-risk may wish to take advantage of the relatively attractive risk/return profile of short-duration credit.

By

Francisco Sebastian

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Article

2022-07-31

Alternatives investing Long-short Asset allocation Article

Rethinking growth and where long/short directional strategies fit in

With allocators looking for opportunities to recalibrate their growth exposures, Multi-Asset Strategist Cara Lafond shares her “best fit” criteria for long/short directional strategies and explains why the financial sector appears to check all the boxes.

By

Cara Lafond, CFA

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Article

2022-07-31

Sustainable investing Multi-asset Portfolio policy Article

Building climate resilience with strategic asset allocation framework

Driving volatility and dispersion, climate change could have lasting effects on the risk and return profile of a strategic asset allocation plan. We suggest allocators factor climate change into their structural planning today, and we propose a climate-aware allocation framework to help them do so.

By

Erika Murphy, CFA, CAIA

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ARTICLE

2022-07-31

Sustainable investing Fixed income ESG Macro and market Inflation Article

Are ESG and policy intervention game changers?

An accelerating focus on ESG and more aggressive policy interventions could change the way we invest in years to come. Marc Piccuirro assesses the implications for investors.

By

Marc Piccuirro, CFA

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Article

2022-07-31

Equity Fixed income Climate ESG Sustainable investing Article Geopolitical

Causes and effects of climate migration: Five essential insights

Climate-driven migration will have important social, economic, and geopolitical consequences. What experiences will drive people to leave their home? Which regions are at risk of disruption? Our Future Themes research team explores this complicated issue, including potential investment implications.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-06-30

Fixed income Volatility Opportunities and risks Article

Are we on the cusp of an unconstrained bond fund “renaissance”?

Portfolio Managers Brian Garvey and Brij Khurana and Investment Director Brian Doherty see unconstrained fixed income approaches, if properly implemented, as being well suited to the current (or any) market environment.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-07-31

Multi-asset Public pension (DB) United Kingdom Article Opportunities and risks

Multi-asset income for the LGPS

As LGPS schemes mature, single-asset strategies may no longer be able to support their income needs. We identify three challenges schemes face and propose a dynamic and diversified multi-asset solution.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-05-31

Equity Balance sheet Portfolio policy Article Opportunities and risks

Why global insurers should take a closer look at REITs

Insurance Strategist Max Davies, Investment Director Will Lee, and Investment Specialist Ethan Sales look at the potential benefits of REITs for global insurers, plus why now may be an opportune time to consider this often unsung asset class.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-07-31

Sustainable investing Climate Portfolio policy Multi-asset Article Opportunities and risks

Update on key sustainability initiatives

We highlight progress on key sustainability initiatives: interim targets for our net-zero commitment, inclusion of location data in climate disclosures, and expanding our compliance with SFDR.

By

Carolina San Martin, CFA

Andria Weil

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Article

2021-12-31

Multi-asset ESG Sustainable investing Article Climate

Using climate science to uncover investment opportunities

Investors are increasingly aware of the risks posed by climate change, but perhaps less so of the unexpected opportunities that climate science can help uncover.

By

Alan Hsu

event

Article

2022-07-31

Equity Sustainable investing Climate ESG Article

Has climate transition risk been priced into equities?

The recent runup of some “green” equities has investors questioning whether climate transition risks have been priced in. But the lack of Scope 3 emissions data and wide variation in the quality of companies’ climate transition plans leave gaping inefficiencies that active investors can still exploit.

By

Erika Murphy, CFA, CAIA

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Article

2022-05-31

Equity Fundamental equity Volatility Commodities EMEA Emerging markets Opportunities and risks Article

The hopeful continent

Equity Portfolio Manager Bo Meunier and Equity Research Analyst David Reid believe the time has come for equity investors to take a closer look at the opportunity set in Africa.

By

Bo Meunier, CFA

David Reid, CFA

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Article

2022-07-31

Sustainable investing Macro and market Climate China Sustainability policies Carbon emissions Net zero Emerging markets Article Fundamental equity

China unplugged: Investing in the world’s largest decarbonization effort

China has pledged to target peak emissions by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2060. This massive environmental...

By

Santiago Millán, CFA

event

Article

2022-07-31

USA Fixed income Macro and market Inflation Article

No way out? Why the Fed may be trapped

Shifting inflation dynamics could box the Fed into a corner and test its resolve going forward. Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Brij Khurana takes a closer look and considers the investment implications.

By

Brij Khurana

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Article

2021-12-31

Fixed income — Credit Macro and market Fixed income Article

Getting the balance right in today’s high-yield market

Our high-yield team assesses how to navigate today’s high yield market at a time of major spread compression.

Multiple authors

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Article

2021-12-31

Equity Article Fundamental equity Global Industry Research Active management Sustainability Thematic exposure

A theme is not an index

We explore the case for active thematic investing and highlight the importance of avoiding theme-washing.

By

Andrew Sharp-Paul

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Article

2022-06-30

Inflation Monetary policy Emerging markets Commodities Article Equity Fixed income

EM inflation has arrived, but will it stick around?

Emerging markets inflation has been top of mind for many investors lately. Macro Strategist Gillian Edgeworth, Equity Portfolio Manager Jamie Rice, and Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Michael Henry consider the outlook going forward and potential market implications.

Multiple authors

event

Article

2022-07-29

Multi-asset Inflation Portfolio policy EMEA Article Americas APAC Opportunities and risks

A source-based approach to managing inflation risk

Multi-Asset Strategists Nick Samouilhan and Adam Berger present a source-based investment “playbook” that asset allocators can follow as they seek to neutralize the looming threat of higher inflation.

By

Nick Samouilhan, PhD, CFA, FRM

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Article

2022-06-30

Tech & Innovation Future Themes Opportunities and risks Macro and market Global Industry Research Fundamental equity Multi-asset Fintech Article

Beyond bitcoin: Eight essential blockchain insights

We look beyond bitcoin to explore eight exciting impacts and opportunities from blockchain technology.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-05-31

Emerging markets Future Themes Opportunities and risks Macro and market Geopolitical Multi-asset Article

The “EM-ification” of DMs

Global Investment Strategist Nanette Abuhoff Jacobson believes that many developed market countries are beginning to resemble their emerging market counterparts in certain ways. Here are some of her findings, along with possible paths forward and potential investment implications.

By

Nanette Abuhoff Jacobson

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Article

2022-06-30

Equity Fundamental equity Global Industry Research Macro and market Opportunities and risks Article Tech & Innovation Fintech Asia tech

Widespread tech innovation: Don’t miss the forest for the really big tree

We explore the innovations driving a multi-decade journey of disruption and highlight the importance of in-depth research to capturing this opportunity.

Multiple authors

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Article

2022-05-31

ESG Business practices Sustainable investing Article

ESG stewardship topics in focus

In 2020, an unprecedented number of Wellington’s corporate engagements included ESG topics, a trend that’s likely to continue in 2021 and beyond. Director of ESG Research Carolina San Martin expects many conversations to address executive compensation, climate change, and racial inequity.

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Carolina San Martin, CFA

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Article

2021-12-31

Future Themes Sustainable investing Opportunities and risks Global Industry Research Fundamental equity Equity Fixed income Article Climate ESG

Water: Priced for imperfection

Water scarcity could have profound humanitarian and economic consequences. Members of our Future Themes research team share insights from their work, including why they believe water is woefully underpriced and how investors can effectively gain exposure to this important theme.

Multiple authors

event

Article

2022-05-31

China Macro and market Geopolitical Article

Executive order on China: Biden broadens the brief

Washington’s latest actions targeted at investments in companies linked to the Chinese military-industrial complex represent another important milestone in the long-term trend of US-China decoupling.

By

Thomas Mucha

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Article

2021-12-31

Emerging markets Equity Macro and market Article

EM equity looks more attractive than it’s been in a decade

Equity Portfolio Manager Jamie Rice describes his bullish stance on emerging markets (EM) equities and looks at China’s burgeoning A-share market.

By

Jamie Rice, CFA

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Article

2021-07-30

Equity Tech & Innovation Article Fintech

Game on: Fintech disruptors vs old-school banks

Fintech companies are forcing traditional banks to up their game and rethink their business strategy, including the products they offer. Global Industry Analyst Matt Ross takes a closer look.

By

Matt Ross, CFA

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Article

2021-08-31

Sustainable investing ESG Climate Report

2020 Climate Report

Prepared in alignment with the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures, this report details our ongoing efforts to integrate climate-related considerations into our investment platform, organizational structure, and business operations.

By

Wendy Cromwell, CFA

event

Article

2022-04-30

Sustainable investing Climate Macro and market Article

How will climate interventions affect developed economies

Green spending has been a key element in the stimulus packages announced by Western governments and the EU. But how will these measures play out economically? Macroeconomic Strategist Jens Larsen explains what he believes are the most likely outcomes

By

Jens Larsen, PhD

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Article

Fintech Tech & Innovation Future Themes Macro and market Opportunities and risks Global Industry Research Alternatives Article

Central bank digital currencies: Debunking five common myths

We discuss how disruptive central bank digital currencies are likely to be and dispel some commonly held CBDC myths.

By

Santiago Millán, CFA

Ranjit Ramachandran, CFA

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Article

2022-04-30

Innovation Digital transformation Japan Tech & Innovation Macro and market Fintech Information technology Equity Global Industry Research Fundamental equity Distribution Article

The hidden growth story in Japan tech

Learn why the hidden growth story within Japanese tech is one of our highest conviction themes, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis.

By

Anita Killian, CFA

Yash Patodia

event

Article

2022-03-31

Sustainable investing Climate Article

2020 Sustainability Report

Our long-standing commitment to sustainable investing and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) engagement is grounded in the belief that sustainable practices are competitive advantages and value drivers. Through our firm’s culture and operations, we strive to advance sustainable practices and remain committed to continuous improvement. We appreciate the opportunity to share our approach and evolution.

By

Jean Hynes, CFA

Wendy Cromwell, CFA

event

Article

2022-03-24

Alternatives Private equity Sustainable investing Opportunities and risks Article

The critical role of ESG in private equity

We explore why we think ESG factors will become increasingly critical to private companies, especially as they approach the public markets.

By

Hillary Flynn

Celi Khanyile-Lynch

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Article

2022-02-01

Inflation Risk management Macro and market Monetary policy Energy Real estate Equity Commodities Retirement Article

A new inflationary regime: Why the next decade could look different from the last

We explore why the risk of structurally higher inflation may be the highest it has been in decades and profile the key investment implications this presents.

Multiple authors

event

Article

2022-01-31

ESG Insurance Private pension (DB) Public pension (DB) Distribution Endowments & foundations Family office Video

Mapping the impact of climate change

In this three-minute video, we share the climate-exposure risk-analysis tool we have developed in partnership with Woodwell Climate Research Center. This software helps our investment teams track and assess physical climate risks facing capital-market assets around the world.

By

Tim Antonelli, CFA, FRM

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Video

2021-12-31

ESG Sustainability Private equity Climate Privates portfolio companies Alternatives Sustainable investing Article

Seeing an end to the ESG blind spot in private equity

ESG's role is coming into focus in the private market, says Hillary Flynn, director of ESG, Private Investments. She discusses governance, climate, and other key themes; the higher bar for newly IPO'd companies; and the evolving activist playbook.

By

Hillary Flynn

event

Article

2022-01-31

Distribution Family office Endowments & foundations Sovereigns Article

Assessing opportunities and challenges

Emerging markets are on the front lines of climate change. Aware of the challenges, many EM companies are developing solutions, shifting business models, and realigning corporate policies to help them prepare. Two of our EM portfolio managers share insights on the investing landscape and offer a framework for incorporating climate-related themes into a portfolio.

By

Wendy Cromwell, CFA

event

Article

2022-03-01

ESG Sustainability policies ESG insights for private companies Private equity Private debt Article

Asking private companies to show their ESG credentials

ESG issues are a growing area of focus in the public market, but what about the private market? Our co-head of Private Investments and our director of ESG, Private Investments, argue for informed and active ownership from the initial investment until the IPO.

By

Michael Carmen, CFA

Hillary Flynn

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Article

2021-07-01

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