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Insights into Trade Finance #3: Contradicting trends – how do investors navigate them? Slowing macro trends, changing bank syndication and growing FinTech market share – where does this leave institutional investors in the field? It is important to focus on what can be influenced and to be prepared for what can’t be. It is not about attempting to forecast global macro trends or the supply and demand dynamics of global trade. Instead, it is key to be prepared for every outcome and establish a robust and resilient sourcing framework that does not depend on a single sector, geography, or isolated segment of the market. This is also an important aspect in particular for institutional investors with an insurance background. In addition, it is necessary to maintain a very open dialogue with sourcing partners. And it might sound basic but not to overpromise and to underdeliver is a must: Reliability is key in every syndication relationship. 💡 The global trade finance gap grew to $2.5 trillion in 2022 from $1.7 trillion two years earlier, as rising interest rates, flagging economic prospects, inflation, and geopolitical volatility reduced the capacity of banks to deliver trade financing. ** Find out more: https://ow.ly/LO4350SyGAE *For fund distributors and professional investors only. Private Markets investments are highly illiquid and designed for long term professional investors pursuing a long-term investment strategy only.* ** source: https://ow.ly/wo6g50SyGAF #TradeFinance #PrivateMarkets #AllianzGI #privatedebt

Weekly Global Fund Flows Update (Week Ending July 19th) Global Equity Funds: Net flows were robust, driven almost entirely by US equity funds ($48bn vs $10bn the previous week). Outside the US, flows remained consistent with recent trends, although the rest of the G10, experienced overall outflows. Emerging market equity funds saw positive flows, mainly due to domestic inflows into mainland China. Sectors with the strongest inflows included technology, financials, and industrials. Global Fixed Income Funds: Strong flows across various asset classes, particularly government, high yield, and investment-grade credit funds ($21bn vs $12bn the previous week). Within EM, hard currency bond funds saw positive flows, while local currency bond funds experienced net outflows. Additionally, money market fund assets increased by $5bn.

What are Global markets? Global markets refer to the worldwide platforms and systems that enable the buying, selling, and trading of financial instruments, goods, and services across national borders. These markets facilitate international trade, investment, and capital flows, connecting businesses, governments, and individuals from different countries. Key components of global markets: 1. Foreign exchange markets (forex): where currencies are traded. 2. International stock markets: where shares of companies from different countries are traded. 3. Global bond markets: where debt securities from various countries are traded. 4. Commodity markets: where physical goods (e.g., oil, gold) are traded globally. 5. Derivatives markets: where contracts based on underlying assets (e.g., options, futures) are traded internationally. Characteristics of global markets: 1. Interconnectedness: markets are linked across borders. 2. Globalization: increased economic integration among countries. 3. Diversification: investors can access a broader range of assets. 4. Increased liquidity: larger pool of buyers and sellers. 5. Time-zone differences: markets operate across different time zones. Global markets facilitate: 1. International trade: exchange of goods and services. 2. Foreign investment: investment in businesses and assets abroad. 3. Capital flows: movement of funds across borders. 4. Risk management: diversification and hedging opportunities. Key players in global markets: 1. Multinational corporations 2. Investment banks 3. Central banks 4. Hedge funds 5. Regulatory bodies (e.g., IMF, World Bank) In summary, global markets enable international trade, investment, and capital flows, connecting businesses and individuals worldwide, and facilitating economic growth, diversification, and risk management.

Emerging markets (EM) debt performance was lackluster in Q2, but a stronger second half is expected due to resilient economic growth, lower global rates, and improved global liquidity. Key opportunities for investors include long-duration securities, high-yield credit, and countries with easier access to funding. Active positions in high-beta, medium-beta, and low-beta buckets are detailed.</div><div class="read-more"><a href="" class="more-link">Continue reading</a>https://lnkd.in/gQCQe2iy

Emerging markets debt is offers exposure to the fastest growing parts of the world, and is becoming a strategic holding for many investors.   A key consideration in emerging market bonds is the different attributes of hard and local currency bonds and understanding the benefits each can bring to a portfolio.   In this article, our Investment Director, Jeremy Cunningham, breaks them down.   For professional investors: https://bit.ly/44h20cX   #CapitalGroup #CapitalIdeas #FixedIncome

JP Morgan cancels proposal to re-calculate JPMorgan Government Bond Index-Emerging Markets (GBI-EM), which is tracked by $236 billion AUM in 2023.  The proposal would have impacted China weightage in the index by nearly 50%.  Read - https://lnkd.in/gsxCFjQ7 follow Caproasia | Driving the future of Asia JP Morgan has cancelled the proposal to re-calculate JPMorgan Government Bond Index-Emerging Markets (GBI-EM), which is tracked by $236 billion AUM in 2023.  The proposal would have impacted China weightage in the index by nearly 50%.  The GBI-EM consists of regularly traded, fixed-rate, domestic currency government bonds which international investors can readily access. The index excludes countries where local market investing is subject to explicit capital controls, but eligibility consideration does not factor in regulatory/tax hurdles.

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Following the equity rally in 2023, what’s in store for investors to stay invested in 2024? Our Global CIO Willem Sels recently discussed our top investment actions with Bloomberg’s David Ingles and Yvonne Man, ranging from extending bond duration and broadening US equity exposure to diversifying Emerging Market allocations to India and Southeast Asia. He also stressed the diversification benefits of investing in alternatives to withstand different market cycles. Watch the full interview here: https://grp.hsbc/6042RqbjC #InvestmentOutlook #InvestmentInsight #WealthManagement

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Emerging markets debt is offers exposure to the fastest growing parts of the world, and is becoming a strategic holding for many investors.   A key consideration in emerging market bonds is the different attributes of hard and local currency bonds and understanding the benefits each can bring to a portfolio.   In this article, our Investment Director, Jeremy Cunningham, breaks them down.   For professional investors: https://bit.ly/44h20cX   #CapitalGroup #CapitalIdeas #FixedIncome