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Capital Market Assumptions 2026
  • 14 hours ago

The global economy and markets are increasingly being impacted by ruptures. Strategically diversifying long-term allocations can build resilience.

A Better Vantage Point: Joe Davis on private credit
  • 14 hours ago

A Better Vantage video: Amid rising concerns about private credit, Vanguard economist Joe Davis offers a steady perspective on how investors should think about the asset class.

Putting AI to Work: Pressure Testing Deal Scenarios
  • 14 hours ago

The views expressed herein do not constitute research, investment advice or trade recommendations, do not necessarily represent the views of all AB portfolio-management teams and are subject to cha...

The Weekly Brief
  • 20 Apr 2026

The Bank of England (BoE) is in a challenging position as the UK economy battles with still-sticky inflation and questions around the growth outlook. Last week’s data showed headline inflation acce...

Global Webcast: Japan Research Trip – Highlights and Stock picks
  • 20 Apr 2026

Global Portfolio Manager Chris Willcocks shares key takeaways from his recent trip to Japan and what they mean for the portfolio. Drawing on insights across the Consumer, Industrials, Property and...

Muzinich Weekly Market Comment: Ceasefire
  • 20 Apr 2026

Global markets maintained a strong risk-on tone last week, supported by easing geopolitical tensions as the likelihood of a major escalation in Iran diminished. Improved sentiment, reflected in low...

BDC and Interval Fund Managers Can Stem Redemption Waves with Transparency, Not Reassurance
  • 20 Apr 2026

Key Takeaways Conceptually, BDCs and interval funds are structurally sound, but outcomes depend heavily on manager quality Rising redemptions currently appear to reflect uncertainty driven by limi...

Asia Credit: Capturing the Region’s Growth Engine
  • 20 Apr 2026

The second episode in our three-part series, turns the spotlight to Asia, a region at the centre of global growth and evolving credit opportunities. Joined again by Warren Hyland, we explore how s...

Oil retreat supports contained inflation outlook
  • 20 Apr 2026

Improved Iran-related news and softer oil prices reinforce our view that inflation risks remain contained, while Japan’s data keep an April rate hike firmly on the table.