Insights

How have companies’ long-term ESG scores changed over the past decade and a half? Our whitepaper answers these questions, as well as considering the next chapter of the global ESG integration story.

In our CIO autumn update, teams from across LGIM assess the key implications of AI for our clients

In their latest investment outlook, our Asset Allocation team delve into the ‘time warp’ around an expected recession, arguing we’re not out of the woods just yet.

This past year has been one of the worst periods on record for investors. We assess what could signal a turnaround in 2023.

As delegates gather at COP27, they confront the same long-term challenge posed by climate change as they did last year. But the context has changed dramatically: in light of the war in Ukraine, governments need to balance net-zero goals with a new imperative for energy security.

In their latest investment outlook, our Asset Allocation team discuss their positioning and investment views for the coming months, in light of rising recession risks, flaring geopolitical tensions and ebbing market liquidity.

Global temperatures are currently on a trajectory to increase by nearly 4°C above pre-industrial levels, which would be truly catastrophic, unless action is taken.

Expect profound changes in 2022 and beyond that will create both risks and opportunities for investors.

With record amounts of stimulus still gushing through global markets, and the economic cycle at a relatively early stage, we remain positive on risk assets.

We believe there is a striking disconnect between market pricing and the real economy, especially with regard to expected company earnings.

The second annual results of our Climate Impact Pledge showcase the corporate leaders and laggards on climate action; we are encouraged by improvements across sectors but will continue to press companies to meet this era-defining challenge.

In this outlook, teams from across LGIM examine the opportunities and risks with which investors are presented in this context.

As we look ahead to the next three months, and consider how to invest on behalf of our clients, we are confronted by seemingly conficting signals from depressed bond yields and exuberant equities.

Nervy investors are eyeing top-heavy market-cap indices with suspicion. But how can they use factors to navigate the trade-off between diversification and concentration risk?

In the next economic downturn, central banks will likely have to reach further into their unconventional playbook. But which policymakers have the most freedom to act and what does that mean for asset prices?

What determines a city’s future success and how is this linked to property investment?

Battery costs have declined rapidly in recent years, but the market is likely too optimistic about both the timeline for lower battery costs and what happens when we get there.

Developments in trade tensions, emerging markets and European politics may determine the trajectory of markets over the coming months.

Whether you’re looking at equities, bond yields, currencies or economic strength, it’s the US that’s been leading the charge. Is this likely to continue?

The American midterm elections are approaching and the crystal ball gazing has begun. Here’s what investors should consider regardless of whether the US votes for a ‘distilled Donald’, the ‘Democratic double’ or a ‘divided democracy’.

"We are publicising the global corporate leaders and laggards on climate change."

Many investors combine concerns over overcrowding in factors with capacity fears. We want to help separate these terms and provide some clarity over the current state of factors.

Is artificial intelligence overhyped, or are we at the vanguard of a new wave of corporate productivity improvements ushered in by next-generation technology?

While the financial reforms pose risks to trading, we can take heart from the benefits of greater transparency, says Ed Wicks, Head of Trading at LGIM.

The consequences of monetary tightening will define the 2018 investment landscape.

A lack of policy space means that central banks may have to turn to more unconventional responses when the next recession occurs.

A renewable revolution is taking place in the way we produce and consume energy and it presents an enormous opportunity for investors.

The enthusiasm and excitement of a new technology has on many occasions captured the imagination of the supposedly hard-nosed investment community, and encouraged them to overstate its profit potential.

The world is changing and how it looks in five years’ time will be very different to today. A long-term perspective is the key to success.

Technology change presents risks as well as opportunities. Identifying and valuing these risks is crucial to preserving investor value in both the short and the long term.

In a surprising result, the general election has ended in a hung parliament. At the time of writing, the Conservative party has won approximately 318 seats.

Global credit markets have shown remarkable resilience over the past year.

In a largely anticipated result, Emmanuel Macron has won the French presidential election.

The logistics industry is seeing increased investment, driven by technology trends including automation and smart manufacturing.