Structural plays at attractive valuations:
Asia and the Emerging Markets offer long-term structural plays that may potentially drive growth in the region. Furthermore, Asian equities are trading at a large discount to their global counterparts, though the move to “value-up” the corporates can be the catalyst to close this gap.
Fixed income plays with quality bias:
Bonds are a resilient asset class, providing stability through equity market volatility. The current macro backdrop is positive for Asian bonds. With yields still at decades high, we favour high credit quality bonds that may offer attractive returns.
*For more information on the process for determining a bond’s alignment with Eastspring Investments’ ESG principles and eligibility for inclusion in the Fund, please refer to the Fund’s prospectus
Defensive plays with diversified alpha:
Asia’s complexity and idiosyncrasies provide an ideal backdrop where factor investing can deliver investors with alpha opportunities. Low volatility strategies prioritise stability and loss avoidance, providing a steadier path towards financial goals even amidst market fluctuations.
Source:
Eastspring Investments, updated as at August 2024.
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