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We invite you to get our perspective on how 2020 is shaping 2021, their global and regional economic impact, viewpoints on markets and how investor can set themselves up for the next year.
/content/mercer/north-america/ca/en/our-thinking/wealth/the-road-to-recovery-market-outlook-2021.htmlRead moreApplying an opportunistic mindset may potentially deliver enhanced return outcomes with the right governance approach.
https://www.mercer.ca/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2020-how-to-be-ready-for-investment-opportunities.pdfLearn MoreThe performance of “value” style investing through the COVID-19 pandemic has raised questions over the relevance of the value factor in building robust equity portfolios.
https://www.mercer.ca/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2020-is-there-still-a-case-for-value.pdfRead moreWe examine past market downturns of similar magnitude and predict possible influence on current investor portfolios.
https://www.mercer.ca/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2020-a-consideration-of-past-equity-market-downturns.pdfRead the whitepaperResponsible investing (RI) and environmental social and governance (ESG) analysis has been evaluating and evolving systems approaches and studying resilience for some time. The value of ESG analysis is becoming increasingly clear. Read this paper to get our views.
https://www.mercer.ca/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2020-covid-19-elevates-the-value-of-responsible-investing.pdfRead the whitepaperHigh yield credit spreads have widened significantly. The time for investors to consider the opportunities within the sub-investment grade sector and in particular high yield is now. Read this paper to get our views.
https://www.mercer.ca/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2020-investments-time-to-buy-high-yield-debt.pdfRead moreWhat are some of the impacts COVID-19 will have on alternative investments? Read this paper to get our views on the investment implications.
https://www.mercer.ca/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2020-the-impact-of-covid-19-on-alternative-assets.pdfRead moreRebalancing in troubled markets is a risk-management discipline. Read this paper to get our views on portfolio implications.
https://www.mercer.ca/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2020-rebalancing-in-troubled-markets.pdfRead the whitepaperCoronavirus continues to cause a severe shock to the global economy, likely pushing it into a recession. Read this paper to get an update on the affects this may have on global growth.
https://www.mercer.ca/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2020-coronavirus-outbreak-update-4-investment-implications.pdfRead the whitepaperThe recent outbreaks of the virus may add to the uncertainty and widen the range of outcomes for global economic growth.
https://www.mercer.ca/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2020-Coronavirus-outbreak-update-investment-implications.pdfRead the reportWhat affect could the Coronavirus have on the economic growth? Read the latest take on the Coronavirus from Mercer’s Research Investments team.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2020-novel-coronavirus-outbreak-investment-implications.pdfRead the whitepaperLearn how diversity making Mercer’s investment research team better. Are you reaping the benefits at your company?
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2019-how-diversity-and-culture-impact-mercers-manager-ratings.pdfRead moreCash as an investment option may currently be more attractive than it used to be. Can including cash in more conservative portfolios help with risk reduction?
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2019-investment-cash-return-of-the-king.pdfRead moreEquity income strategies have a role to play within an investor’s portfolio. What might be their role in yours?
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2019-investment-dividend-investing-a-global-equity-perspective.pdfRead moreIt is critical to understand the different types of investors—how their income needs & risk profile can differ substantially—before designing an investment solution.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2019-investment-q-and-a-on-income-strategies.pdfRead our responseHow could actions taken today impact on economy of tomorrow? Join us on a journey to sustainable investing.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2019-sustainability-is-gathering-momentum-a-theme-and-an-opportunity.pdfLearn MoreThe transition from quantitative easing to quantitative tightening is likely to create an environment of heightened investment risks.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2019-investments-from-qe-to-qt-building-robust-portfolios.pdfRead the reportAllocations to real assets can play different roles in investment strategy design. Find out the characteristics, types and risk/return factors of real assets.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2019-investments-real-assets-infographic.pdfView the infographicWe evaluate the global events that led to a major sell-off in 2018’s fourth quarter and provide recommendations to navigate more turbulence ahead.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2019-navigating-through-turbulent-markets-dynamic-asset-allocation.pdfRead moreResponsible investment can have a material impact on financial performance and is more likely to lead to sustainable investment outcomes.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2019-the-abc-of-esg-environmental-social-governance.pdfRead moreMulti-Asset investments continue to be popular choice within portfolios. Understanding of the diversification strategies become more important than ever.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2019-making-sense-of-multi-asset-investment-strategies.pdfRead moreWith the 10th anniversary of the collapse of Lehman Brothers upon us, it is instructive to look back and ask what we've learned from living through these events.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2018-10-years-after-the-global-financial-crisis-10-lessons-to-learn.pdfRead moreCyberattacks are becoming more frequent and have a more significant impact, while the targets of these attacks are becoming more high profile.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2018-cybersecurity-growing-operational-risk-investment-management-industry.pdfLearn MoreThese four themes impacting the global economy rise above the day-to-day developments affecting investment decisions. Discover which trends to tune your strategy.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2019-investment-themes-and-opportunities.pdfRead moreLearn more on how to build a clear assessment of your inflation needs, and review the risks and extent of exposure to inflation within your portfolios
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2018-inflation-awareness-understanding-its-impact-on-your-portfolio.pdfRead moreDeciding which benchmark-agnostic fixed income strategies to pursue is complex. Here’s how can you identify strategies that best fit your investment objectives
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2018-landscape-of-benchmark-agnostic-fixed-income-strategies.pdfRead moreGold has been attracting more attention from the investors in recent times. Learn more about cases for and against gold investment.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2017-investment-research-between-gold-bugs-and-gold-bears.pdfRead articleAre you new to multi asset credit? Consider alternative ways to shape your investment strategy today.
/content/dam/mercer/attachments/north-america/canada/ca-2017-investment-research-what-are-multi-asset-credit-strategies.pdfRead articlePlease complete the form below to speak with a consultant and we'll follow up with you shortly.
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