The increased likelihood of natural disasters due to climate change does not make investing in catastrophe bonds (cat bonds) any less attractive. On the contrary, experts say that due to the rising capital needs of reinsurers and higher premiums, returns …

This week’s overview of transfers and appointments in and around Luxembourg includes one date from Federated Hermes. Thomas Dirkmaat Thomas Dirkmaat is appointed as director Business Development Benelux at Federated Hermes , a globally operating asset …

Once the pinnacle of innovation, German car manufacturers now risk being overtaken by Chinese automakers, who are adopting the latest technologies at a much faster pace. The willingness to innovate and embrace disruption seems to come more easily in a new …

In today’s uncertain macroeconomic environment, global asset manager Capital Group is focusing on identifying ‘Global Champions’ across sectors and regions to position client portfolios for long-term success. Speaking at a recent investment press event in …

Passive investing can be seen as a disruptive innovation that has also reduced costs for active investors. It has made active investors more engaged, aligning their compensation more closely with their added value. Meanwhile, passive investors benefit as …

The European Commission has set out yet another grand vision for Europe’s capital markets, with Commissioner for Financial Services Maria Luís Albuquerque promising to “empower citizens” and break down barriers to investment. Behind the lofty rhetoric, …

Investing is rarely straightforward. And with an unpredictable individual at the helm of the world’s most influential country, it certainly doesn’t get any easier. However, to consistently dismiss the man as ‘dumb’ as a coping strategy is far too …

The latest in a series of hefty fines levied by financial regulator the CSSF has fallen on a fund manager with strong links to the Fuchs & Associés saga, featuring millions in fines for financial malfeasance. Luxembourg’s regulator in December 2024 …

The Luxembourg Sustainable Finance Initiative (LSFI) has launched its Luxembourg Sustainable Finance Strategy 2030, outlining its vision for advancing sustainable finance in the country over the next five years. The strategy follows the Luxembourg …

Allocation funds have fallen out of favour with investors since their weak performance in 2022, and in 2023, the classic equity-bond mix portfolio was even declared dead in some quarters. This proved premature, as these portfolios have performed well in …

‘Fantastic returns on cat bonds’

Transfer: Dirkmaat appointed director Business Development Benelux at Federated Hermes

Asian disruption outpaces European tradition in the automotive industry

Capital Group sees global champions as key to navigating uncertain times

The wisdom of the collective

EU’s big talk on investments union still raises many questions

Chart of the week: call that dumb!

Funds Avenue, Trustmoore assert no major weaknesses after €700k CSSF fine

Luxembourg unveils new sustainable finance strategy

Morningstar: Capital Group versus BlackRock in Mixed Funds USD Neutral