fixed income.

In the Q2 issue of Alphorum, we focus on duration and spread opportunities in anticipation of the rate-cutting cycle and debt maturity wall ahead.

The Swiss National Bank surprised with an interest rate cut at its March meeting. What drove monetary policy and how does it impact fixed income investors?

Credit ratings are an important indicator, but they are just one piece of the puzzle for bond investors. We explain the shortcomings and why investment decisions should not be based on ratings alone. 

To maximise investment opportunities and reduce climate risk, we use an implied temperature rise metric to identify which companies are decarbonisation leaders.

Our CIOs consider how patient investors could find better value. Across asset classes, which areas offer superior prospects to those with a long-term approach?

Fallen angels radar is LOIM’s new quarterly tracking which corporate bond issuers have lost their investment grade rating and the trends we see playing out.