Will the government’s aggressive response be the turning point?

Lilian Co discusses the results of the Party Congress re-election and the effects of a COVID resurgence.

Resilient market optimism

Lilian Co comments on the thriving internet related retail and gaming industries, as consumers come to terms with the long path to normality.

The stimulus cushion

Willem Vinke reasons that the true economic impact has yet to be realised due to the intervention of central banks and governments.

Where to from here?

Eric Sturdza on the perceived disconnect between markets and the economy.

Despite the unprecedented volatility, markets are recognising the benefit of active fundamental investing

Bertrand Faure: we do consider the larger picture and take that into account, but company fundamentals have allowed the Fund to successfully navigate this crisis.

European stocks turning bullish

Bertrand Faure reflects on the impact of the H1 2020 crisis and investor optimism now that lockdown measures are easing.

Outsized Gains

Bertrand Faure reflects on performance since inception as the Fund marks its 5th anniversary and discusses the potential factors that could influence returns in the months to come.

Investor anxiety calmed by stimulus measures

Lilian Co discusses Hong Kong’s relief measures and the dependence of a 2H recovery on the re-opening of economies in Europe and the US.

Oil market stabilising with global economy to recover from 3Q 2020

Yutaka Uda comments on the spread of infection, believing the worst to be over for Japan, as the state of emergency is relaxed across most of the country.

Stocks becoming too expensive

Bertrand Faure reflects on April's rally and debates whether stock markets are a future pricing tool rather than a reflection of the economy.

A cautious approach

Willem Vinke on monitoring the economic impact and maintaining a cautious approach with a focus on quality.

Markets rebound on global governments’ “whatever it takes”

Eric Sturdza comments on the different playbooks used by companies – to protect the balance sheet, manage growth or take an offensive position.