Regular webcasts for Investment Professionals in Australia

Listen to our latest discussion on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Jeremy Lawson, Chief Economist is joined by Devan Kaloo, Global Head of Public Markets, Brett Diment, Global Head of Emerging Market Debt and Edward Glossop, Emerging Market Economist to talk about the geopolitical and macroeconomic implications and what this will mean to all markets and investors.

Russia and Ukraine: The changing situation - live discussion with Q&A

Asia Pacific ex Japan market, as represented by MSCI APXJ, had a strong first half. 

Key market drivers in 2021 include:
1. Covid – the gap between developed markets and Asia is gap narrowing as we move towards the end of 2021 as vaccination pace picks up. 
2. Inflation – not seeing huge signs of building core inflationary pressure in Asia. Worth noting higher core inflation in India. 
3. Geopolitical competition – here to stay. A real increase in R&D spending to boost long term competitiveness by both US and China. 
4. Going green – long term structural investments in the areas of  clean energy such as wind and solar, as well as in electric vehicles.
 
6 long term investment opportunities in Asia
-	Aspiration - consumption and premiumisation of consumption. 
-	Building Asia – infrastructure and housing 
-	Health and wellness – healthcare devices and contract research organisations
-	Digital future – internet Companies that are driving the digital economy.
-	Tech enablers – semiconductors that are building blocks that power the digital economy. 
-	Going green - Asia is a strong supplier into going green build out globally

Aberdeen Standard Investments - Asia Pacific ex Japan Q2 2021 market update

Explore ASI's ground breaking climate scenario analysis

Climate Scenario Analysis

Join us for our webinar where David Bint, Multi-Asset Investment Specialist will host a discussion with Gerry Fowler, Investment Director of Global Multi-Asset Strategies and Katy Forbes, Head of Absolute Return.

The 3 topics that they are going to cover in this webcast are: 

- The key themes within the Global Absolute Return Strategies (GARS) portfolio
- How the fund has performed during the quarter
- Providing a summary of our current positions and outlook for Q2 2021.

There will be the opportunity to ask questions. Unstructured CPD certificates will be available to access from the attachments after the webinar.

Global Absolute Return Strategies (GARS) Q1 2021 update

Until recently, there has been a glaring absence of benchmark options in the hedge-fund space. In the past, hedge-fund investors have had only two options for benchmarking: theoretical indices from hedge-fund databases or “cash-plus” targets. Today, however, true benchmarks exist that can help hedge-fund investors evaluate active strategies and provide alternatives to an active approach.
Join us Duncan Moir, Senior Investment Manager, Alternative Investment Strategies at ASI outlines the evolution of hedge-fund benchmarking and how today’s investors may stand to benefit.

The emergence of investable hedge-fund benchmarks

China opened its economy to the world 40 years ago. Now markets are opening up too, as global indices add China’s stocks and bonds. As a result, investors can take advantage of the massive opportunities China has to offer. However, many are nervous about the risks involved, especially around ESG.

We are here to help. We have invested in China for over 30 years and ESG considerations have always been at the heart of our approach. Today, we are more optimistic than ever, as ESG standards improve and China commits to being carbon neutral.

To find out more about China’s risks and opportunities, tune in to this one-hour online seminar where we explore the case for investing in China’s growth story, with a focus on ESG.

The event also offers a unique opportunity to hear from our Chairman Sir Douglas Flint. He has deep experience on the strategic factors that influence China. Sir Douglas is the UK Treasury’s special envoy for China’s Belt and Road Initiative and was HSBC Chairman from 2010 to 2017.

Investing in China: ESG matters

Asia is leading, are your portfolios missing out?

Asian Opportunities

Listen to an update from Gerry Fowler, Investment Director of Global Multi-Asset Strategies, discuss the key themes within the Global Absolute Return Strategies (GARS) portfolio, how the fund has performed during the quarter and provides a summary of the current positions and outlook for the remainder of Q1 2021.

Global Absolute Return Strategies (GARS) Q4 2020 update

Join ASI for a live hedge fund review and outlook. Duncan Moir will recap hedge fund and liquid alternative benchmark performance in the third quarter. Darren Wolf, ASI’s alternatives global head of investments will discuss the resurgence in stock picking and provide some insight into the team’s hedge fund outlook for 2021.

What's been driving your hedge fund benchmark?

Listen to an update from Gerry Fowler, Investment Director of Global Multi-Asset Strategies, discuss the key themes within the Global Absolute Return Strategies (GARS) portfolio, how the fund has performed during the quarter and provide a summary of our current positions as we prepare for a cold and harsh winter.

Global Absolute Return Strategies (GARS) Q3 update

Join us live as we discuss the results of the US election. Our Chief Economist, Jeremy Lawson and our Senior Global Economist, James McCann will be joined by a panel of experts across Multi-Asset, US Equities and Emerging Markets to talk you through the impacts of the presidential election result. Our panel will share research and discuss their thoughts to help provide you with insight during these unprecedented times. Find out what the implications are for investors and ask your questions to our panel of experts.

US Presidential Election: The Result

In this session we will explore recent trends in ESG and share how ASI has acted as a steward to influence positive outcomes with companies in which we invest.

We will also discuss why understanding a company’s ESG profile is critical to building a holistic view of its business model and its ability to adapt, survive and thrive in a changing world.
Facilitated by Danielle Welsh Rose, ESG Investment Director, we will present perspectives from both Equity and Fixed Income Investors: Natalie Tam, Investment Director (Equities) and Matthew Macreadie, Investment Director (Fixed Income).

Market Insights Series Webinar: Responsible Investing for a better future

Market Insights Series on "Is inflation still a risk to portfolios?" with Garreth Innes, Head of Australian Fixed Income.
Interest rates and inflation have a profound effect on fixed income returns. We know interest rates around the world have been declining but what about inflation risks?  
In this Market Insights session Garreth Innes will discuss key inflationary catalysts within the current market, the importance of inflation protection and importantly how to effectively achieve it.   
Specifically this session will focus on the role of Inflation Linked Bonds and how investors can tactically alter the mix of fixed income in their portfolios to cater to different economic conditions.

Is inflation still a risk to portfolios? – Market Insights Series

Mid-Year Outlook - Virtual Event

Brett Jollie, Managing Director
Jeremy lawson, Chief Economist
Michelle Lopez, Head of Equities Australia
Garreth Innes, Head of Fixed Income, Australia

Mid-Year Outlook - Virtual Event

Market Insights Series - Covid-19 – Revised Capital Market Returns Expectations

This community is for institutional investors responsible for managing large-scale funds. Join to learn how top institutional investors are managing their organization’s shares, influencing the market, and what tips they have for successful investment strategies.

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