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The power of Asia’s dividends

Discover Asia’s quality dividend potential. With diverse income sources, structural tailwinds, and governance reforms at play, Asia offers a compelling mix of income, resilience, and long-term growth potential.

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Low tide, sharp eyes: What to pick up

Fixed Income Managers Campe Goodman and Rob Burn share their outlook for credit in 2026 and discuss how investors can reposition for an environment where opportunities are harder to find.

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Practical portfolio considerations for a new economic age

Solutions Director Andrew Sharp Paul explores practical portfolio considerations for a new economic age, focusing on quality equities, discerning bonds, and local APAC opportunities.

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Rapid Fire Questions with Philip Brooks on Asian equities

In this edition of “Rapid Fire Questions,” Philip Brooks, investment director and equity strategist, answers key questions on Asian equities—exploring the structural drivers of the asset class, the traits of quality businesses, and the most compelling quality dividend opportunities today.

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Chart in Focus: Is the Fed rate cut positive for risk?

In this edition of Chart in Focus, we examine how the Fed’s long-awaited interest rate cut may influence risk assets.

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Chart in Focus: What do higher long-end yields mean?

Long-end yields have climbed on concerns over structural growth and fiscal expansion. In this edition of Chart in Focus, we explore how shifting yield curves are reshaping opportunities across asset classes.

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The long-term rewards of a contrarian approach to European equities

Portfolio Manager Tom Horsey and Investment Director Thomas Kramer explain why viewing European equities through a contrarian lens could help investors to uncover long-term opportunities in a rapidly evolving Europe.

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Chart in Focus: Fed rate cuts resume — What’s next for investors?

In this edition of Chart in Focus, we explore the Fed’s return to rate cuts after a strategic pause. We examine how this move, alongside diverging central banks paths, could shape the outlook for risk assets.

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Rapid Fire Questions with Tim Manning

In this edition of “Rapid Fire Questions,” equity portfolio manager Tim Manning offers his views on rates, fiscal policy, tariffs, and AI — and shares why he remains constructive on the US equity market.

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Chart in Focus: Where are rates headed?

In this edition of Chart in Focus, we take a look at where rates have been headed and potential implications moving forward.

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2026-09-29
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Chart in Focus: Earnings upgrades fueled the recent US equity market rally 

Where are earnings heading? In this edition of Chart in Focus, we address the recent uptick in earnings expectations and its potential impact on equity returns.

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(Re)emerging markets: 10 reasons for optimism

Our experts identify 10 reasons why now may be the time for investors to reconsider emerging markets.

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Chart in Focus: Is growth investing still dominating?

Growth isn't global? In this edition of Chart in Focus, we compare the performance of value vs. growth stocks globally, highlighting the contrast by region, and in turn explore the implications for style investing.

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Rapid Fire Questions with Philip Brooks (Part 2)

In part 2 of his “Rapid Fire Questions”, equity strategist Philip Brooks shares his views on 3 key questions, focusing on the topic of Quality and investible opportunities today in US and abroad.

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Rapid Fire Questions with Philip Brooks (Part 1)

In part 1 of his “Rapid Fire Questions”, equity strategist Philip Brooks shares his views on 3 key questions, focusing on market outlook and risks.

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Facing a new economic reality

We summarize our 2025 mid-year outlooks.

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Still opportunities in European equities? Positioning is key

Macro Strategist Nicolas Wylenzek revisits the case for European equities and discusses why positioning can help optimise exposure to Europe’s accelerating regime change.

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10 reasons why China could be the next rerating story

Portfolio Manager Bo Meunier, Investment Director Irmak Surenkok and Investment Specialist Gilbert Chen set out 10 reasons why China could be the next rerating story to watch.

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Beyond US exceptionalism: where now for equities?

It might feel like the narrative of US exceptionalism has only been questioned in recent months — particularly in the wake of Liberation Day — but we see Trump’s tariff announcements as the clearest signal yet of a shift that has already been underway for nearly a decade.

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Why the US dollar’s “crooked smile” could upend asset allocation

Brij Khurana explores the dollar smile theory's impact on asset allocation and foreign investors' strategies amid currency fluctuations.

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Making the most of the new economic era’s bright spots

Despite uncertainty, there are important factors supporting a more optimistic approach. By focusing on structural trends and considering a wide range of views, investors can position portfolios for positive long-term returns.

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Four investment perspectives on Trump’s first 100 days

Four of our experts across fixed income and equity share their asset-class level insights on the first 100 days of the current Trump administration and analyze the implications for investors.

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There is more than one way to approach growth equities

Portfolio Managers Steven Angeli and Joe Chung, and Investment Specialist Casey Vale discuss how looking at growth equities in a different way may help uncover opportunities amid heightened uncertainty and volatility.

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Sacrificing stocks on the altar of trade

Brij Khurana discusses the Trump administration's new stance on trade and its impact on the US economy, global markets and asset prices.

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How stewardship can bring perspective amid uncertainty

Portfolio Managers Yolanda Courtines, Sam Cox, Investment Director Alex Davis and Investment Specialist Fred Owens-Powell examine how a stewardship perspective can help equity investors uncover opportunity amid uncertainty.

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The power of local perspective: the rewards of a contrarian approach to European equities

Portfolio Manager Tom Horsey and Investment Director Thomas Kramer explain why they see compelling opportunities in today's European equity market for contrarian, bottom-up investors.

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Chart in Focus: how sustainable is Europe’s rally?

Is the recent rally in European equities sustainable? In this edition of our Chart in Focus series, we explore the potential path ahead.

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Rapid fire questions with Tim Manning

In this edition of our "Rapid Fire Questions with Portfolio Managers" video series, Tim Manning shares his views on 3 key questions on US equity market outlook.

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Is your portfolio keeping pace with the changed outlook?

It's been an uncertain few years for investors, but looking ahead, we believe investors can expect a resilient economy, a solid outlook for growth and a positive environment for risk assets. What does a changed outlook mean for investors?

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Chart in Focus: Can this equity bull market last?

Can this current equity bull market last? In this latest edition of Chart in Focus, we focus on the indicators of whether it may come to an end or keep running.

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Quality growth — a less volatile sweet spot?

Growth stocks can be volatile, especially when companies fail to meet expectations. However, high-quality growth companies can help mitigate downside risk while still offering potential for long-term outperformance. How can investors find the sweet spot?

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An active investor’s guide to growth equities

Our experts offer their view on the current economic environment, explore best practices for investing in high-quality growth equities, and highlight where they see opportunity now.

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Chart in Focus: The need to differentiate market growth from macro growth

Macro growth and earnings growth have been misaligned for the last 15 years, particularly in the US and China, but in opposite directions. For equity investors, what would be the key to identify real growth?

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Japan’s tech sector: Time for a reboot?

Japan's semiconductor industry has revived global interest in Japan's tech ecosystem. But we believe the dynamism of Japan's tech sector today doesn't start and end with electronics and semiconductors.

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Chart in Focus: Broadening earnings growth signals healthy US equity market

Over the past year, the markets have seen the companies best poised to harness and benefit from new innovations within artificial intelligence rewarded accordingly.  Can this signal more upside for the entire US equity market?

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Beyond the hype: finding AI’s long-term winners

Our expert argues that a long-term mindset based on deep research can help to uncover evolving AI investment opportunities amid the hype.

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Three ways to elevate your portfolio in 2024

As a new investment era takes shape, where should investors focus their attention in 2024? For multi-asset strategist Nick Samouilhan, three areas are top of mind: higher yields, the importance of stock selection and how to position for structural change. 

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European equities: a complex story

Macro Strategist Nicolas Wylenzek examines the complex prospects of European equities from both a near-term and structural perspective.

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Driving growth with quality controls in uncertain markets
Equity Portfolio Manager John Boselli and Investment Director Philip Brooks share their thoughts on where investors can find “quality-driven” growth potential in today's uncertain environment.
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US inflation risk, angry bondholders, and silver linings
Here are quick thoughts on some common questions I’ve been asked recently about Fed policy, yields, the US dollar, and financial markets.
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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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China in 2022: Embracing the volatility
China’s new antitrust, data privacy and cybersecurity regulations, combined with its education and real estate industry reforms, the continued impact of COVID-19 and rising geopolitical tensions, drove a tumultuous investment environment last year. The country’s numerous headline-grabbing changes spurred global concern given the philosophical shift towards “Common Prosperity” and the sheer scale and speed of policymaking.
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Amid heightened regulation and geopolitical tension, is China still investable?
Recent regulatory announcements have sent shivers through a wide swath of China’s economy, including the technology, finance, gaming, and property sectors, and tensions between China and the US continue to simmer. But while I understand the market’s reaction to these risks, I take a long-term perspective on China’s investability.
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Value versus growth: expect volatility more than a smooth transition of leadership
Even if a "growth to value" regime change is underway, investors should expect volatility more than a smooth transition of leadership. Thematic Strategist Trevor Noren shares his perspective and those of several Wellington colleagues.
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Quality-growth investing amid inflation and rising rates
We discuss how today's market impacts growth companies, including which areas are well positioned for the year ahead.
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