Insights

Articles and reflections

We like to keep things simple and straightforward. But the world is complex and requires thoughtful reflection.

Since 1987, the firm has published occasional articles each year on topics of general investment interest. We continue to share our thoughts and insights here.

Please note that the views expressed in these articles and videos reflect the view of their author at the time of publication and should not be regarded as advice or an offer or solicitation to conduct investment business.

17th September 2024
Long-term investors

Focusing on the Fundamentals

Equity market returns have been narrowly concentrated in recent years. But the unpredictability of market timing highlights the need for a disciplined investment approach and a diversified portfolio of global companies.

20th April 2024
Diversification

The importance of choosing what not to invest in

Searching for soundly financed businesses with strong competitive positions has been fundamental to our investment approach since 1986 and has contributed to our long-term performance.

29th November 2023
Diversification

Returns from cash

Inflationary pressures appear to be easing, and for the first time in decades cash deposits offer an attractive return. So why invest in shares? In this video, we share our thoughts on the economic outlook …

17th January 2023
World affairs

Gas, LNG, and the Energy Crisis

Our London Office hosted Dr Gavin Law as part of a series of talks on the energy transition and climate change. Dr Law is Head of Gas and Power Consulting at Wood MacKenzie and is …

7th November 2022
Long-term investors

Investment Thinking - November 2022

The immediate economic outlook appears gloomy, as inflation affects both consumer spending and company profits. Central banks have added to the economic pressure by increasing interest rates. Despite this, there remain interesting themes that offer …

28th June 2022
World affairs

The investment manager's job should be to…

The transition towards cleaner, low-carbon economies will influence returns for many years. In our webinar we share our views and what it means for investors.

26th April 2022
World affairs

The energy transition starts and finishes with metals

Our London office hosted Julian Kettle from Wood Mackenzie for a talk on the importance of metals in the energy transition.

31st January 2022
World affairs

Investment thinking - January 2022

Inflation is proving more stubborn than central banks had envisaged, as supply shortages and higher energy costs feed through into retail prices. In this video, Tim Wood and Guido Bicocchi discuss our strategy for navigating …

11th May 2021
World affairs

Can we buy our way to net zero?

Professor Allen’s talk is insightful, thought-provoking and highlights some of the complex issues that have to be considered when making investment decisions with climate change in mind.

25th February 2021
World affairs

Preserving capital in a time of bubbles

Following the previous year’s rebound in Tech stocks, Tesla and Bitcoin there is much discussion of ‘investment bubbles’. We discuss why markets might be seen as “bubbly” and how we are positioning portfolios in light …

3rd February 2021
World affairs

Investment webinar - February 2021

One year on from COVID-19 the vaccine roll-out begins. As the nation returns to normality, we are cautiously optimistic. Our Investment Team share our views on the future of the economy with a focus on …

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