From Silicon Valley to Switzerland, banking stress has tested policymakers and unnerved markets, stirring memories of the global financial crisis. But are these isolated incidents or a symptom of deeper problems? Our global Chief Investment Officers (CIOs) offer their take – and indicate what investors should consider next.

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Potentially improved yields and the prospect of peaking interest rates are boosting the appeal of bonds. While the near-term outlook is unpredictable – as the path of inflation and growth remains uncertain – we’ve identified four themes that may help investors build bond allocations and navigate volatile markets.

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Isolated incident – or a sign of systemic weakness? The US Federal Reserve has responded promptly to the Silicon Valley Bank failure – but it could spell a bumpy road ahead as higher interest rates continue to bite.

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Get to know Allianz Global Investors

Allianz Global Investors is a leading active asset manager with over 600 investment professionals in more than 20 offices worldwide and managing EUR 578 billion in assets for individuals, families and institutions.*
By being active and investing for the long term, our goal is to elevate the investment experience for our clients and generate value every step of the way.

*Data as at 30 June 2022. The data above has not been adjusted to reflect the transfer of the AllianzGI US investment teams to Voya IM. On 25 July 2022, AllianzGI completed the transfer of US investment teams and USD 101bn assets they manage to Voya Investment Management as part of a strategic partnership agreement, two-thirds of which are managed on behalf of AllianzGI clients located outside the US. Any differences in totals are due to rounding.

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Navigating Rates

Navigating Rates

To stay focused on their goals, investors may need to reposition portfolios to factor in rising interest rates, shifting inflation expectations, and fluctuating exchange rates. Geopolitical turbulence is creating new flash points. Volatility is set to be a hallmark of the coming period, with countries and regions on different paths in terms of growth and monetary policy. Investors may struggle to find safe havens and, with only limited visibility of how markets will develop, expectations could be upended. But we are also confident this environment will create opportunities. Diversification is key – across public and private markets – and we have the ideas and expertise to help you navigate the complexity.

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Embracing Disruption

Embracing Disruption

We think it’s time to disrupt traditional definitions of “disruption”. Once a story for the tech sector, disruption is now all-encompassing. And while technology and AI may be driving many of the changes, this new wave of disruption could shape every aspect our daily lives. The implications will be profound and exponential – and many of the themes arising from Covid-19 will likely be permanent fixtures.

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Achieving Sustainability

Achieving Sustainability

Sustainable investing is at an inflection point. Interest in sustainability has turned into significant investments, and these inflows rightly come with increased expectations about impact and measurement. Investors are at different stages of their sustainability journey and have different ambitions. We’re focused on bringing sustainable investing into the real world, with a focus on pragmatic approaches and the pathways that support real progress.

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Interpreting China

Interpreting China

China is changing. Its economic growth is increasingly driven by innovations in technology, data and science. Its capital markets are developing with a similar energy, on their way to becoming an integrated part of the global financial system. Understanding the country’s unique political context and strategy is essential to grasp the opportunities as an investor and participate in this unique investment story.

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