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In ‘The Portfolio Margining Imperative for Interest-Rate Derivatives’, Coalition Greenwich (a division of CRISIL) explores the evolution of #derivatives market structure, efforts to optimise margin and the mechanics and potential benefits of #LCH’s newly launched #ListedRates #clearing service in partnership with FMX Futures Exchange. Read the full article here: https://lseg.group/3BR895o

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Don’t miss our most recent case study from our Academy Partners at Berenberg: ‘A solution to the decumulation challenge. Protected equities are an equity investment that utilise options to reduce downside risk, while aiming to achieve attractive returns by participating in equity market upside. In this case study, Berenberg will share solutions on the decumulation challenge faced by the Defined Contribution (DC) pension scheme.  Head to our website to download and read your copy today – https://bit.ly/3B7st1Z #PMIpensions #pensionsUK #Berenberg #casestudy 

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Take a deep dive into how PIMCO is positioning across global asset classes, the allocations they're overweighting and underweighting, and why they're focusing on quality 👉 https://lnkd.in/etSi6Kpn

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In Ashmore’s latest Emerging View, Gustavo Medeiros and Ben Underhill explain why they believe that investing in Emerging Market assets pays during periods of volatility. Swipe below to find out more about rotating to EM bonds 👇 Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/dRAGtjer #EmergingMarkets #EmergingView #Bonds

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Income-based returns are back for fixed income investors. Investors no longer need to risk equity-type drawdowns or sacrifice liquidity to achieve their investment objectives. In our view, this is an opportune time to increase fixed income allocations – read why in our latest paper: https://bit.ly/3VbenEA Capital at risk. For professional investors only.

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How will gilts react to a change of government in the UK? The Labour Party’s landslide in last week’s general election might well usher in an era of stability, or at least, quell the markets for a while. So what will it do for bond markets? Our Co-Chief Investment Officer Thomas Becket spoke to Emma Wallis at Trustnet about how we are cautious on UK government bonds, but more optimistic on UK corporate bonds. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dKPP8RMn Investment involves risk, and you may not get back what you invest. It’s not suitable for everyone. #gilts #generalelection #government #bonds

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This month's guide to global equity markets brings you the data to help keep a calm head in a crisis. Click to read: https://okt.to/EnY7is #Schroders #investing #EquityMarkets

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Equity and Fixed Income indices may initially seem to perform similar functions, but it is crucial to recognise their fundamental differences. In her latest piece, Samantha Lamb, Head of Fixed Income, explains that the choice of benchmark is not just a technical detail, but a foundational aspect of portfolio management that directly impacts investment outcomes. Therefore, the GIB Asset Management Sustainable World Corporate Bond team created a custom benchmark that is transparent, diversified, and aligned with investors' best interests. Read more about how this custom benchmark aims to set a high standard for performance and accountability in the Fixed Income space here: https://lnkd.in/e6uQj7hT We would like to thank Bloomberg for their helpful contributions to the piece. #FixedIncome #BenchmarkSelection #AssetManagement #CapitalAtRisk

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In this Markets Minute, BlackRock's new iShares Large Cap Max Buffer ETF offers capped upside exposure of 10.6% and 100% downside protection over 12 months 👉 https://lnkd.in/eiGizfUN Designed to appeal to investors looking to benefit from market rallies while mitigating risks related to volatility, growth, earnings, and political uncertainty, this #ETF requires investors to stay in the fund for the full term to receive full protection.

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The new ETF from Amundi ETF, Indexing & Smart Beta offers investors access to the global equity market for companies from developed and emerging countries. The ETF tracks the performance of the Solactive GBS Global Markets Large & Mid Cap Index, which is composed of large and mid-cap companies and represents around 85 per cent of the free-float market capitalisation of the global markets. https://lnkd.in/eUCA2Xh7 #etfs #xetratrading

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How will a Bank of England rate cut impact markets? Morningstar. Rate cuts tend to be followed by high equity returns, and aren't always bad news for bonds either. But it is important to keep an eye on the detail. 🔗 Read the full article on Investment IQ: https://lnkd.in/eteqGFP8 #investing #assetmanagement #wealthmanagement #finance

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How will a Bank of England rate cut impact markets? Morningstar. Rate cuts tend to be followed by high equity returns, and aren't always bad news for bonds either. But it is important to keep an eye on the detail. 🔗 Read the full article on Investment IQ: https://lnkd.in/eteqGFP8 #investing #assetmanagement #wealthmanagement #finance

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AXA IM amplia la gamma di ETF fixed income con l’ICE US Treasury 0-1Y AXA Investment Managers (AXA IM) amplia la sua gamma con l’introduzione del nuovo AXA IM ICE US Treasury 0-1Y UCITS ETF https://lnkd.in/dBJ6Yrm3 #AXAIM #AXAInvestmentManagers #etf #ETFBorsaItaliana

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Listen to Portfolio Manager Julian Potenza discuss the macro factors that helped drive fixed income markets in the first quarter of 2024. https://lnkd.in/ekrgaRy7

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The secular backdrop for the next five years invites advisers to reverse the typical 60/40 per cent equity and bond asset allocations in portfolios, according to PIMCO fixed income experts. https://lnkd.in/erbU6C74

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We sat down with the investment managers of the Omnis bond fund range to speak about the current environment for fixed income and their outlook on bonds over the next 12 months. You can read the interview here: https://lnkd.in/dCGrSCTh

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