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September 2, 2024
Investing,Opinion

Is the Eurozone really outperforming the U.S. on debt? Not so fast!

It might seem like Europe has its financial house in better order than the United States. But hold on a moment — this might just be an optical illusion! At first glance, the numbers seem to paint a rosy picture for the eurozone. In the first quarter of …
August 30, 2024
Investing

Fund Radar: corporate bonds are attractive, popular, and expensive

The fortunes of corporate bonds seem heavily reliant on a 'soft landing' scenario, given the tight spreads. However, recent history reminds us that spreads can easily double during a recession. The most challenging environment for corporate bonds is one …
August 29, 2024
Transfers

Transfer Thursday: EBRD, Degroof, Solidum, Lighthouse

This week’s overview of transfers, appointments, promotions and other career news in the international fund and asset management community includes updates from Degroof Petercam, Solidum and Lighthouse Canton.  Angeliki Kalligiannaki Angeliki …
August 28, 2024
Investing

Nvidia disappoints with revenue expectations, delays new chip

Nvidia, the crown jewel of the AI revolution, failed to meet investors' high expectations on Wednesday night as its third-quarter revenue forecast fell short due to a snag in the production of its new Blackwell chip. In after-hours trading, the …
August 28, 2024
Investing,Taxation

‘Comrade Kamala‘s’ economic plans get lukewarm reception

Kamala Harris wants to raise corporate taxes and limit price hikes, but investors and economists are sceptical. They fear these plans could hamper economic growth and have little chance of success. The market fears that increasing the tax from 21 to 28 …
August 26, 2024
Investing,Laws and Regulations,News

Blockchain Bill IV ‘major push’ for future capital market infrastructure

In light of the recent blockchain law proposal, founder and CEO of Moniflo, Georges Bock, shares his views on the potential of distributed ledger technology (DLT) in transforming capital market infrastructure. Luxembourg’s finance ministry in July …
August 26, 2024
News

Aegon AM appoints Shawn Johnson as new CEO

Aegon N.V. has named Shawn C.D. Johnson as the new Chief Executive Officer of Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM). Johnson will assume his role on 23 September, succeeding Bas NieuweWeme, who is stepping down to pursue other career opportunities. NieuweWeme …
August 26, 2024
Opinion

Chart of the Week: a chart that argues against a recession

A new (American) recession remains a hot topic. And it’s understandable because a significant series of interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, coupled with an inverted yield curve, typically leads to economic trouble. You’d need a well-supported …
August 23, 2024
Expert Panel

Fund Radar: Individuals still prefer to invest in (fossil) energy

Individual investors, especially Dutch investors, continue to have unwavering confidence in oil company Shell, according to recent research by De Nederlandsche Bank . This makes Shell still a cornerstone in many investment portfolios. However, …
August 22, 2024
Transfers

Aegon AM appoints Shawn Johnson as new CEO

Aegon N.V. has named Shawn C.D. Johnson as the new Chief Executive Officer of Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM). Johnson will assume his role on 23 September, succeeding Bas NieuweWeme, who is stepping down to pursue other career opportunities. NieuweWeme …