Net-zero hour

As the global association of investment professionals, CFA Institute monitors key debates and evolving developments across the investment industry. In recent years, one significant topic of discussion has been the role and application of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) information in the investment management process.

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‘Golden age of private credit’ comes with idiosyncratic risks: Pictet

Pictet private debt head Andreas Klein says “mainstream” private credit investments have run their course as buyout activity decreases and global regulators up their oversight. Instead, investors should consider “micro-niches”, but he warns these emerging corners of the market come with hidden and unique risks.

Net zero in the balance

Net zero requires transformational changes and significant investment. This guide aids industry leaders in implementing net-zero investing. It offers practical guidance that stresses the importance of mindset shifts and highlights strategies for success. All recent net-zero research and policy insights can be found on the Net-Zero Investing topic page. By Roger Urwin, FSIP

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Stock-bond correlation ‘shock’ prompts portfolio rethink

For the past two years the correlation between bonds and equities has been positive, counter to the long-term assumed relationship between the asset classes. The challenges for asset owners include determining whether the change is transient or long-term, and what it means for portfolio construction either way.