BlackRock Investment Institute’s latest commentary explains why elevated macro uncertainty—driven by tariffs, geopolitical fragmentation, and structural shifts—may create one of the best environments for alpha generation in over a decade.
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Tariffs amplify dispersion: U.S. trade policy uncertainty is widening return differentials across sectors and securities, favoring active selection.
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Macro-aware strategies outperform: Since 2020, top-quartile managers have significantly outperformed peers by dynamically managing macro and factor risk.
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Granular positioning is key: Targeted exposures in AI-related equities, EU financials, and short-duration fixed income can enhance returns amid volatility.
Could your current allocations capture the alpha on offer? The full report highlights tactics for navigating dispersion in a regime defined by structural change.
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