Global Outlook October – ESG edition
This edition of ASI’s Global Outlook is entirely devoted to the environmental, social and governance (ESG) aspects of investment. These issues are increasingly, and correctly, front of mind. This is demonstrated by the many global climate protests around the world in recent weeks, by the efforts which many companies are taking to improve their own ESG credentials, and also the wave of investment opportunities in ‘green’ areas which are now being offered. Read more at Aberdeen Standard Investments.
Brexit probabilities update
Since ASI’s last Brexit update, the anti-No Deal coalition passed legislation through parliament to force Boris Johnson to request an Article 50 extension if the government has not passed a Withdrawal Agreement (WA) by October 19. This has reinforced our base case for an extension to facilitate a general election. Read more at Aberdeen Standard Investments.
Private markets podcast
Private markets in all their forms, are front of many investors’ minds at the moment. An opportune time therefore to discuss many aspects of the markets with Peter McKellar, Global Head of Private Markets. Read more at Aberdeen Standard Investments.
Is recession looming?
Are we about to have a global recession? That was one of the many issues discussed at the Singapore Summit – a meeting of global policymakers and business leaders. Read more at Aberdeen Standard Investments.