insights.

How do we analyse two types of credit risk – the probability of default and the sensitivity of returns to market moves – in a Swiss context? 

Uncertainty creates conducive conditions for the asymmetric return profile  of convertible bonds – one might say volatility actually suits convertibles. 

What can past geopolitical shocks tell us about the potential impact on equities, and how could disruption to Russia’s energy exports exacerbate inflation?  

To mark the 10 year anniversary of the All Roads multi-asset strategy, we look back on how the strategy has delivered stable returns and ask what's next.

Tensions are high, but should investors fear a bear market?

Where is the green hydrogen market headed? We explore the growth case for this exciting corner of the clean energy market.

Inflation should moderate in the coming quarters – but achieving this without derailing growth will require well-calculated monetary policy tightening.

Celebrating its 5-year anniversary, All Roads Growth put the emphasis on a more ambitious approach to risk and return in a diversified multi-asset strategy.

Watch the replay of our Fallen Angels Webinar to learn how investing in fallen angel bonds could present attractive opportunities for fixed income investors.

The investment case for bonds is improving in line with the rising risk of a monetary policy mistake.

An increase in US bank loans could accelerate the Fed’s tightening agenda, amplifying 2022’s key risk – that of a monetary policy mistake.

In our first climate engagement case study, we engage with companies on how to reduce their exposure to climate risk while targeting growth opportunities.

What predicts success in a greening world? In the first episode of our quarterly webinar series "The Green Room", our sustainable investment panellists discuss key findings from a recent study published as part of our University of Oxford research partnership.

In this monthly review, we discuss the major sustainability news from the policy, corporate and financial worlds throughout the last several weeks.

Our analysis of the effects of historic US rate hiking cycles on fixed-income returns provides useful insights for government and corporate bond investors

In emerging markets, we believe the outperformance of local over hard-currency bonds represents another turn in the rotation to value.

Pureplay wind and solar companies are an increasingly central focus for investors who want to gain exposure to the clean energy transition.

Uncertainty and dispersion are defining 2022 markets thus far. Where can investors find opportunities when volatility is high and visibility is low?

Which countries are currently nurturing competitive clean technology industries, and which are likely to do so in the future?

The nature of growth and value stocks is changing rapidly. As we enter a new market phase, quality will be the most important driver, in our view.

A fast-paced, bearish rotation gripped markets this month. How could investors remain diversified while anticipating volatility?

The systematic aspect of our fallen angels recovery strategy aims to capture relative value in four key ways in order to avoid potential falling knives. 

An energy crisis has gripped Europe, which presents an inflection point in the energy transition. 

Which five themes guide our views of risk and opportunity across Asia high-yield and investment-grade credit markets in 2022? 

In this Simply put, we dive into current inflation rates and how they have affected the rotation so far. 

As central banks respond to rising inflation, why is adaptability important for fixed-income investors in navigating the turbulence expected in 2022?

What opportunities could FinTech present investors in 2022? We take a look in our latest white paper.

Here, we take a look at the significant opportunities available to advance the transition to net zero through private markets.

In the latest instalment of Simply Put, we consider which side of the supply / demand equation is behind higher inflation.

Do higher interest rates always spell underperformance for US Treasuries? In the Q1 2022 issue of Alphorum, we analyse strategies for capturing upside across the yield curve. 

Sustainability is becoming a key pillar of companies’ strategies. We see this trend blossoming in 2022 and highlight interesting corporate sustainability stories. 

Join us as we peer over the crystal ball to outline our top investment themes in emerging markets for 2022.

In the emerging market debt section of Alphorum, we consider inflation, growth, political risks and a supportive backdrop for new bond issuance in 2022.

Lombard Odier Investment Managers today announces the appointment of Aude Dhuivonroux as Director of Wholesale Distribution for France, Belgium, Luxembourg and Monaco, as the firm continues its strategic growth plan to further increase market share in these markets. Aude joined the firm in early January.

Are credit markets complacent in the face of rate hikes, China risk and geopoliticals? In the Q1 2022 issue of Alphorum, we assess the macro uncertainty surrounding strong fundamentals.

How should investors approach Asia investment-grade (IG) and high-yield (HY) markets in 2022?  Watch the Replay of our webinar.

In the Q1 2022 edition of Simply put, we approach inflation from four angles pertinent to multi-asset investment.

In the global government and inflation-linked bond report of Alphorum, we address US tightening, Treasury yield-curve flattening and the prospects for higher real yelds.

Investing in bonds issued by fallen angels could generate superior returns but also comes with hazards that necessitate an active approach to credit analysis.

Lombard Odier Investment Managers has expanded its fixed income franchise with the launch of Fallen Angels Recovery, a high conviction strategy that invests in companies that have fallen down the ratings spectrum, and yet display strong recovery prospects and an attractive valuation proposition.

We summarise the findings of our award winning paper on machine learning-based methodologies for volatility targeting portfolios. 

What will consumer brands bring to the metaverse in 2022, and how will digitalisation advance healthcare? We chart the near future of major megatrends.

Is the Fed driving equities, and does the dominance of a few darling stocks foreshadow a correction? With 2022 close on the horizon, Simply put tests current market myths.

US markets have shifted from an ‘inflation surprise’ to ‘monetary policy surprise’ regime. What form will the Fed's fight against inflation take, and what is the market response?

The Chinese regulatory clampdown on the property market has transitioned into a systemic risk, but action from the Chinese central bank is cushioning this risk and should lead to a period of stabilisation.

In these tumultous times for Chinese tech companies, how can investors stay focused on the long-term growth potential and seize opportunities?

Check out the launch issue of CLIC™ convictions: a quarterly exploring sustainability through the lens of Lombard Odier's proprietary framework: the transition to a Circular, Lean, Inclusive and Clean economy. 

Low levels of market volatility this year hide an unusually large dispersion across stocks and sectors and indicate a high level of market uncertainty.

Falling oil prices do not necessarily signal a recession. The current decline stems from increased supply rather than excess demand, and could help ease inflation.

Where could the Swiss economy head next and how are the key channels of foreign exchange and real estate important for policy?