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The role of private credit in today’s pension landscape
  • 15 May 2026

European private credit can offer pensions enhanced yield and diversification. We discuss four key types: collateralised loan obligations, direct lending, broadly syndicated loans, and distressed c...

Why Canada matters for developed ex-US equity allocation
  • 15 May 2026

Investors using MSCI EAFE Index for their international allocation are missing out on exposure to Canada, the world’s ninth largest economy. Here’s why MSCI World ex USA may be a better option.

Strategic allocation to emerging markets
  • 15 May 2026

Strategic allocation to emerging markets gains appeal as a new regime unfolds—resilient EM debt and equities, stronger fundamentals, and attractive valuations.

Can Value Stocks Offer Resilience to AI Disruption?
  • 14 May 2026

Value companies tend to either benefit or buffer as AI uncertainties play out. High-growth technology stocks still dominate the investment landscape, fueled by the promise of AI. But recent sign...

Research Report
  • 14 May 2026

We review trends across markets and economies, consider what they mean for our multi-asset portfolios and present a positioning update.

Five Timely Opportunities in Today’s High-Yield Market
  • 14 May 2026

As market conditions shift, opportunities stand out.  With tensions simmering in the Middle East and the global economy feeling the pinch of high energy prices, high-yield bonds might not be on...

Private Credit: From Niche Holding to Portfolio Pillar
  • 14 May 2026

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...

Global Fixed Income Strategy Monthly Report | May 2026
  • 14 May 2026

Discover our Global Fixed Income Strategy Monthly Report, we offer an outlook for interest rates and currencies and look at which fixed income assets are favoured across a range of market environme...

Evolution of private credit: The attributes needed to serve a broader, more liquidity-focused investor base
  • 14 May 2026

Private credit managers should prioritize liquidity management, diversification, and transparency to better suit a broader investor base.