Story of the month The 2023 equity year was characterized by a surprisingly strong upwards movement. however, the boom was not driven equally by all sectors. Highly capitalized stocks from the technology sector in particular pushed up the index levels. at the start of the…

Not yet César Pérez Ruiz, Chief Investment Officer, Pictet Wealth Management. The week in review Data showing the US economy still had some vim, plus improving consumer confidence, pushed the S&P 500 past its January 2022 record, with the index rising 1.2% on the week…

THE E-COMMERCE REVOLUTION: “Shop like a billionaire”! Yanxiu Gu, Product specialist, Chinese equities ODDO BHF AM. "As global consumers tighten their budgets ..., companies like Shein and Temu (PDD), which prioritize offering ultimate value for money, are emerging as distinct beneficiaries." In December 2023, Apple unveiled…

The key trends to look out for in science, technology and sustainability over the next 12 months – and beyond. Stephen Freedman, Head of research and sustainability, Thematic Equities Pictet Asset Management. 1. Generative AI goes professional Generative AI dominated the headlines in 2023, and fuelled strong…