The world is continuously changing, and as it does, different sectors are affected in various ways. This has led to the need for a focused approach when it comes to macroeconomics, geopolitics, disruptive technologies, sustainability, and portfolio building. Interest rates in developed markets are expected to remain higher for longer, with the global economy experiencing different growth paths and inflation patterns. This will have implications for public equity markets as discussions shift to how specific market sectors and companies respond to higher capital costs and slower growth.
In the public fixed income space, approaches to improving credit quality may help investors identify issuers that can withstand higher funding costs. There are also opportunities for a more strategic approach to private market investments. Geopolitical risks and intensified economic competition among countries are creating a roadmap for reshaping the world, with an election super cycle set to begin in 2024. Companies that benefit from the reshoring of critical supply chains and increased national security investments could present compelling investment opportunities.
The world of disruptive technologies is advancing rapidly, with artificial intelligence now part of the long-term technology opportunity set. This transformation is most noteworthy in semiconductors, cybersecurity, and healthcare. These advancements are creating opportunities for high-quality growth companies, and when the IPO market recovers, investors in disruptive companies could benefit.
Sustainability is also a key focus, with investors seeking to make a real-world impact by focusing on environmental and inclusive growth themes. Opportunities to invest in sustainable solutions are available in both public and private capital markets, from pure enablers of a more sustainable world to transformation leaders in high-carbon industries.
Portfolio building also requires a different approach, especially in a changing economic landscape. Investors can weather higher interest rates, geopolitical shocks, and accelerating secular growth trends by remaining active, focusing on diversification, and risk management. An integrated approach to portfolio construction can allow portfolios to benefit from differences in the composition and characteristics of public and private capital markets.
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