We expect inflation to trend higher across emerging and developed markets and growth to be lower than initially expected, with higher risks for Europe and in particular countries more vulnerable to sanctions and energy price dynamics. Market Reactions: markets remain highly volatile, with equity markets down but with some recent signs of stabilisation. Oil remains under … Continued
There are multiple scenarios for the continuation of the crisis. What is certain is that volatility will persist and real interest rates will remain in negative territory for a while. Markets: At the core of the crisis, Russian assets have become almost un-investible, with dramatic price action as the market attempts to grapple with uncertainty. European … Continued
The invasion of Ukraine by Russian troops has caught Europe off guard, reminding it of the darkest hours before the Second World War. The invasion of Ukraine by Russian troops has caught Europe off guard, reminding it of the darkest hours before the Second World War. NATO countries and European leaders have so far ruled … Continued
Market reaction: The worst-case scenario of a full blown attack to Ukraine has materialised. It’s risk-off on Russian assets; global risk assets are under severe pressure. Global markets were not pricing in a war scenario and are now adjusting given the magnitude of this military move. It will take time for the situation to settle … Continued
Understanding the economic and investment fallout of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The investment landscape has become riskier. The escalation in geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with Russian military forces entering the Donbas region, adds to the uncertainty regarding central bank actions to fight inflationary pressures. Volatility has risen in both bonds and equities which, overall, remain … Continued
Understanding recent tensions between Russia and Ukraine, as well as the implications on the economy and potential geopolitical and investment consequences. Geopolitical dimension of the crisis: tensions stand at their highest point in years, after Moscow deployed 100,000 troops to its border with the Ukraine’s Donbas region. The geopolitical risk between Russia and the West … Continued
Amundi has initiated a series of interviews on major themes usually addressed during the Amundi World Investment Forum with renowned speakers. Discover the first theme ‘Europe in the Gobal Order’ featuring: Enrico LettaFormer Prime Minister of Italy(2013-2014) Thomas PhilipponMax L. Heine Professor of Finance at New York University Stern School of Business,Administrator Think Tank EuropaNova … Continued
On the tenth anniversary of Amundi’s founding we have selected ten themes that have defined the decade’s economic, financial and asset management landscape. They include economic developments such as the rise of unconventional monetary policies, the return of protectionism, the emergence of crypto-assets, and the digital revolution; challenges specific to asset management such as negative … Continued
Joe Biden has a historically large lead over President Donald Trump in the polls, including in the critical electoral college vote, but that could narrow closer to the election. The slide in Trump’s approval rating was most noticeable among senior citizens and he has not led in a single major poll so far this year, … Continued