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This is where you will find information and background stories on money market instruments, equities, bonds, funds (ETFs) and private equity investments. This will enable you to make more informed decisions and optimize your portfolio's risk-return profile as needed.

The articles are designed to help you assess the risk-return profile of an investment. Our investment advisory experts provide facts and explain, for example, the central question of why it is important to evaluate the return and risk of your asset mix. They show what every asset management professional should be striving for: to combine different asset classes in such a way that they precisely match your risk profile and return expectations.

Earth Overshoot Day: Is it the time to invest in the circular economy?

Against the backdrop of intensifying raw material shortages, growing mountains of garbage and plastic waste in the oceans, the concept of the circular economy is becoming increasingly important. In this interview, Thomas Hassl, Senior Equity Analyst at LGT Private Banking Europe, talks...

Most of us have watched higher prices wreak havoc on our outgoings and the value of our savings last year. Fortunately, there are a few simple stock strategies that can help you get through turbulent inflationary times and potentially even benefit from higher prices. Price increases here to...

Many investors will understandably be worried by the daily stream of gloomy news about inflation, interest rates and ineffective central bank policies. The bad news is central banks struggling to cope with inflation can affect your financial planning. For example, prolonged high inflation can...

Back in December 2021, we analyzed the causes of the significant surge in inflation and its impact on the equity markets in light of current events. In the following, we shed light on how the situation has evolved over the course of 2022 and which scenario could come to fruition in the short...

Asian investors’ views on sustainable investing have transformed in recent years. In particular, the pandemic brought to light the extent to which social and environmental issues are deeply interconnected with global economic growth. Consequently, interest and awareness of sustainable...

The European Union (EU) is one of the world's most important economies. Four years ago, it made a commitment to promote more sustainable finance. As a result, a number of initiatives and binding measures have emerged to promote sustainable investing and help pave the way to a low-carbon...

Equity prices are high, the next interest rate hikes are imminent, and the war in Ukraine and sanctions will have a negative economic impact. How should investors position themselves against this uncertain backdrop?

A growing number of investors wants to achieve more than just a financial return with their investments – they also want to have a positive impact on people and the environment. For these people, the goal is often clear, but the concrete implementation may be less so. Some of the most common...

Data by Morningstar, a US financial services firm, show the total amount invested in thematic funds grew to $718bn in the fourth quarter of 2021, from $251bn two years earlier. There are now 1,276 themed funds available, covering myriad growth trends from marijuana to artificial intelligence...

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Earth Overshoot Day: Is it the time to invest in the circular economy?

Four stock strategies to fend off inflation

High inflation and interest rates impact investors - but don't panic

Current inflation trends and their impact on equity markets

The rise of sustainable thematic investing in Asia

The EU action plan: Is Europe's financial industry now more sustainable?

Is cash really king?

How do I invest sustainably? A beginner’s guide

Thematic investing is hugely popular – here’s how it works

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Earth Overshoot Day: Is it the time to invest in the circular economy?

Four stock strategies to fend off inflation

High inflation and interest rates impact investors - but don't panic

Current inflation trends and their impact on equity markets

The rise of sustainable thematic investing in Asia

The EU action plan: Is Europe's financial industry now more sustainable?

Is cash really king?

How do I invest sustainably? A beginner’s guide

Thematic investing is hugely popular – here’s how it works

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