Strategic Bond Opportunities Fund
Two major deals for Christmas
Eric Vanraes explores the driving factors influencing the bond market in December.
Monthly Fund Commentary
Three vaccines and a rally
Eric Vanraes reviews the vaccine developments and the US Presidential election result, noting the positive effect these have had on credit spreads and why hybrid debt was a clear winner for investors in a month of market rallies.
Monthly Fund Commentary
The Fed remains key driver ahead of US elections
Eric Vanraes discusses how the Fed and European Central Bank have both emerged victorious with long-term government bond yields increasing substantially in October.
Monthly Fund Commentary
The bond market plays the waiting game
Eric Vanraes discusses how the bond market is holding its ‘wait and see’ position in light of multiple global uncertainties.
Monthly Fund Commentary
Inflation fears make a comeback
Eric Vanraes outlines how markets and central banks could react to rising inflation rates, significant changes in the Fund’s strategy, and the evolution of equity markets.
Monthly Fund Commentary
The Fed saves jobs, but personal woes continue
Eric Vanraes gives his outlook on the macroeconomic and monetary policy picture against a backdrop of COVID-19 concerns.
Monthly Fund Commentary
Investors’ risk appetite persists
Eric Vanraes examines investors' preference in H1 2020 for equities and high-risk bonds; at the expense of long dates US Government bonds.
Monthly Fund Commentary
A bright future for most bonds… but not all!
Eric Vanraes provides insight on his assessment of the major influencers of fixed income markets today and how he reflects these in his three step investment process.
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TIPS and hybrids, a relevant barbell
Eric Vanraes examines the impact of the dramatic market rally and the affect this has had on TIPS.
Monthly Fund Commentary
Tactical decrease of credit risk
Eric Vanraes sets out the strategy of reducing risk and seizing quality opportunities in a time when future contracts cross the zero line.
Monthly Fund Commentary
Safe haven treasuries and credit opportunities
Eric Vanraes' outlook remains focused on two major situations; the macroeconomic situation (including growth and inflation) and Central Banks’ behaviour.
Monthly Fund Commentary
10y Treasury yields at record lows
Eric Vanraes comments on avoiding emerging markets and focusing on high-quality and good timing.
Monthly Fund Commentary
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