Welcome to our first edition of “Market Perspectives” for 2023, the monthly investment strategy update from Barclays Private Bank, which is also available to download as a PDF at the bottom of this page.
Equity markets, and risk assets in general, have kicked off the year by powering ahead. Growing hopes that inflation has peaked, and that central banks are close to the top in interest rates for this cycle, have lifted the mood – especially in bond markets. Yet, as our articles below testify, we remain prudent given the elevated uncertainty.
Beyond our usual asset class and financial market analysis, you’ll also find our latest sustainability insights – this month, it’s how you can use environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors to improve your investment decision making.
As always, we hope you enjoy the articles, and we thank you for entrusting us with your investments.
Jean-Damien Marie and Andre Portelli,
Co-Heads of Investment, Private Bank
Insights for February
After a tough 2022 for the economy, as US inflation eases while China lifts its zero-COVID restrictions, is 2023 set to be less challenging?
As equities continue to zoom up, can the momentum be sustained against so much uncertainty over prospects for company earnings and the economy?
With the peak in interest rates looking like being lower than expected on signs of better economic news, what does this mean for bond investors?
As rates rise and companies struggle to boost funding via traditional sources, can private credit provide an acceptable alternative?
With a fuel price shock and surge in inflation reminiscent of the 1970s, what can policymakers’ playbooks from then teach us now?
As investors look to the risks that lurk ahead in 2023, find out how including ESG factors in investment decisions can help you to deal with many of them.
With 2023 likely to be another bumpy year, being aware of your investment traits can pay dividends. So, how investors can keep investing simple?
With inflation receding and February’s budget supporting buoyant economic growth, foreign investors are flocking to Indian equities.
Can “quality” stocks and gold continue to shine this year, despite recent rate hikes, and developed market bonds remain the standout pick in debt markets?
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