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Recent turbulence emanating from the US has demonstrated a change in attitudes. Despite evident volatility, the dollar weakened, contrary to what would typically be expected in times of stress. The perception of risk between emerging markets and developed markets are no longer black and white. So, are investors now rethinking emerging markets?

Mark Munro and Joyce Bing take stock on the second anniversary of the Short Dated Enhanced Income Fund.

The historic relationship between the US dollar and Treasury yields has been broken. Typically in times of crisis, Treasury yields fall, while the greenback strengthens. Now, we are seeing the dollar tumble, while Treasury yields are rising – a signal that investors’ unshakeable faith in the US as a safe haven has begun to crumble.

The year started with renewed geopolitical tensions, rising tariffs, and persistent inflation concerns, setting the stage for a volatile year across global markets. For credit investors, such an environment creates uncertainty but also opportunity - particularly for those with a disciplined, value-oriented approach.

We cannot ignore the dominant themes impacting markets across the world, but a resilient and supported European marketplace is well placed to prosper in these challenging times

The US government’s proposal to impose tariffs on pharmaceutical imports has ignited a complex debate, intertwining economic, healthcare, and geopolitical considerations. While the initiative aims to bolster domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains, it also raises concerns about drug affordability and availability, and has broader implications for the healthcare system.

As investors navigate a slower growth, policy-fragmented environment, AI stands out as a long-term theme with the potential to deliver durable growth and broad-based opportunity across the value chain

Current geopolitical, economic and market conditions mean that investors should consider including alternatives for diversification, argue Amadeo Alentorn, Head of Systematic Equities, Mark Nash, Investment Manager, Fixed Income – Alternatives, and Ned Naylor-Leyland, Investment Manager, Gold & Silver.