Machine learning and big data techniques have been developed making it possible to apply sophisticated mathematical models (hidden Markov switching models, which we will examine later) to financial data series in order to identify market regimes. All this has created scope for innovation in the asset management industry.

The heads of Neuberger Berman's investment platforms identified the key themes they anticipate will guide investment decisions in 2020.

Following the information released on 20th June 2019 by Natixis and H2O Asset Management and the statements of H2O Asset Management made earlier today, Natixis today provides the following additional information.

Jupiter has launched the Jupiter Flexible Income fund, a sub-fund of the Jupiter Global Fund SICAV. Managed by Head of Strategy, Multi- Asset, Talib Sheikh, the fund will look to harvest a sustainable level of regularincome across multiple asset classes on a global basis. Initial yield is estimatedto be 4-6% with the prospect of capital growth over the long term (three to five years).

Equities and real estate can structually deliver returns in excess of economic growth, but within limits, says Robeco investors Lukas Daalder.