by wp-admin | Aug 29, 2023 | Analysis & Performance, EUR, News
Sentiment was strong in July. The theme of disinflation coupled with a soft landing made a comeback during the month. This was partially linked to the lower-than-expected inflation prints that we saw within the US and the UK. This meant that we saw spreads in general tighten, and more so within subordinated financial debt, to the benefit of securities we hold.
by Atlanti | Aug 9, 2023 | Analysis & Performance, EUR, News
Markets in June were characterised by the higher interest rates for longer theme following a number of macroeconomic data releases. As such, we saw some strong moves upwards in government bond rates, most notably among short-dated rates as seen in the two-year rates moves.
by Atlanti | May 25, 2023 | Analysis & Performance, EUR, News
We saw calmer markets in April, following the
strong volatility we experienced in March. The
direction of markets seems to be largely guided
by the upcoming central bank meetings and future
macroeconomic data.
by Atlanti | May 24, 2023 | Analysis & Performance, EUR, News
March was all about banks, following the events regarding US regional banks and Crédit Suisse. We believe that these were two very different situations. Moreover, these were two idiosyncratic situations in our view, and we do not believe there should be any read across to European banks and financials.
by Atlanti | Mar 8, 2023 | Analysis & Performance, EUR, News
January was a strong month for risk assets. Spreads on our securities tightened and government bond rates fell during the month, therefore prices on our securities benefitted strongly. All of this was related to the expectations of a softer monetary policy from most major central banks.
by Atlanti | Feb 10, 2023 | Analysis & Performance, EUR, News
January was a strong month for risk assets. Spreads on our securities tightened and government bond rates fell during the month, therefore prices on our securities benefitted strongly. All of this was related to the expectations of a softer monetary policy from most major central banks.