Robeco Asset Management Podcast
72 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThis podcast is for professional investors only. Robeco Podcasts: offering engaging interviews on Sustainability, Factor Investing & trends.
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The (almost) forgotten art of stock picking
July 18, 2024 11:57 - 27 minutes - 26 MBIt’s almost unnerving, watching equity-market indices repeatedly touching new all-time highs. Particularly when the gains are founded on a very select group of stocks, while economic indicators are relatively mixed. In such a set-up – we ask portfolio manager Michiel Plakman – what’s the best strategy for managing a market-beating investment portfolio?
The three big trends shaping our future
July 04, 2024 19:02 - 27 minutes - 26.2 MBWhat does it take to truly see the significant shifts taking place in the world around us – those structural themes that might be obscured by the noise, but which require investors’ attention? Daniel Ernst and Sam Brasser are passionate about watching the world, discerning persistent themes and forming views on how to construct portfolios to benefit from them. Tune in to our latest podcast episode.
Can investors position their portfolios to prepare for a US election outcome?
May 03, 2024 09:54 - 24 minutes - 23.5 MBAnticipating how financial markets might react to the US presidential elections is a tough call for investors. Mike Mullaney, Director of Global Markets Research at Boston Partners, gives some clear guidelines on the scenarios.
Thematic investing – often a tale of two tides
April 19, 2024 14:08 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBWhile the returns of the Magnificent Seven stocks dwarfed the performance of thematic strategies in 2023, the tide may slowly be turning. In this podcast episode we talk to two seasoned thematic investors, Jack Neele and Roman Boner.
Zoo-ming in and out of the factor zoo
March 22, 2024 05:30 - 25 minutes - 24.2 MBQuant equity investing has enjoyed the resurgence of value since late 2020. Meanwhile, the quest for innovation in capturing returns continues unabated. Since the birth of quant investing, there’s been a steady rise in the number of factors that researchers claim can explain alpha. But it turns out that 15 factors are enough to capture most of the drivers of equity market returns.
All you need to know about ‘transition finance’
February 23, 2024 08:44 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBA new aspect of the evolution in sustainable investing is the emphasis on what is termed 'transition finance'. It is a broad concept – some argue it’s too broad – but there are strong views that the complex shift that we need to get our economies to net zero will depend on this form of capital. How are investors going about the process of transition investing?
Moving from cash to credits
January 17, 2024 13:13 - 26 minutes - 25.2 MBA year ago, many market participants were arguing that 2023 would be a great year for fixed income. Following a series of aggressive policy rate hikes, it seemed at the start of the year to be a great entry point. But interest rates continue to rise for most of 2023 and flows into the asset class turned out to be surprisingly modest. Have we now reached a turning point?
A Swift but thorough look at 2024
December 11, 2023 14:48 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MB2023 gave investors little reason to complain. Both global equities and bondsare likely to deliver positive returns and Goldilocks still reigns supreme. In this podcast, Colin Graham and Peter van der Welle discuss the cracks in the resilience of Western economies (and their consumers), a contrarian view on the soft-landing consensus, inflation, geopolitics … and Taylor Swift.
Can next-gen quant unlock alpha?
November 20, 2023 15:01 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBThe buzz around artificial intelligence has reached fever pitch, with growing awareness of what this technology can do. What does it all mean for investors? Can the power of AI be harnessed to create better investment outcomes? We’ve invited three specialists in this area, to discuss the various possibilities.
Credit Quarterly Talks Q4 2023: This time it’s NOT different
October 03, 2023 12:13 - 9 minutes - 9.54 MBConsensus views in the market have changed from a likelihood of a recession to a most likely soft landing. But economic laws have always applied and this time should be no different.
From Ghana to Ireland – ranking all countries by their SDG policies
October 02, 2023 18:31 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBCountries all over the world have embraced the SDGs. Our new Country SDG Framework shows exactly which of those countries are making most progress. This new framework helps fixed income investors to finance those governments that are really making a difference. Laurens Swinkels and Jan Anton van Zanten discuss the details in our latest podcast episode.
Growth now meets value in emerging market equities
September 07, 2023 07:14 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBEarly this year, investors were notably enthusiastic about emerging market equities. And, as the months have gone by, funds have flowed towards this asset class. While returns have been fair, investors are still waiting for the big pay-off from the emerging market bet. How patient ought investors to be, and how rewarding will that pay-off be in the end? We discuss this with portfolio managers Wim-Hein Pals and Jaap van der Hart.
We’re at a very exciting stage in AI developments
July 10, 2023 14:27 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBIt’s been just over six months since generative AI was made truly accessible to the world at large. It’s sparked the collective imagination about the implications of AI technology for how we live, work – and even how we should assess potential investment prospects. What’s real, and what framework should one be applying to discern what the opportunities are? Mike Chen and Daniel Ernst share their insights in our latest podcast episode.
Credit Quarterly Talks Q3 2023: Between a rock and a hard place
July 03, 2023 12:17 - 9 minutes - 9.55 MBIn their latest Credit Quarterly Outlook, Robeco’s Credit team explains that rates and recession fears are the main drivers of this cycle.At times like these it’s critical to know your assets, as risks as well as opportunities will be inevitable. Erik Keller, Client Portfolio Manager for Credit at Robeco, outlines the team’s views.
Podcast XL: Is the 60-40 portfolio dead or just outdated?
May 12, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 41.8 MBThe idea that the typical investment portfolio can be constructed with a 60% allocation to equities and a 40% exposure to bonds has paid off for number of decades, with very few exceptions. Last year happened to be one of those exceptions: the diversification effect broke down spectacularly, and the so-called 60-40 portfolio generated losses. Is it time to ditch the 60-40 concept altogether, or does it simply need a revamp?
A new episode of our new series for you: 'In tune with the markets' - Arnout van Rijn
May 05, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 16.4 MBPodcast 'In tune with the markets' – Episode 6: 'Jai Ho!' A new episode of Robeco’s biweekly podcast that makes sense of the latest market moves – with a musical twist. Tune in to hear the latest from Portfolio Manager Arnout van Rijn. This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights reserved to the copyright owners.
Banking crisis? What banking crisis?
April 25, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 25.3 MBThe expectation had been that banks would enjoy the fruits of finally exiting zero interest rate policies. While that has been the case, the tremendous pace and extent to which rates have risen over the past year have highlighted some weaknesses in the system. In this context, what are investors’ assessment of the banking sector? In our latest podcast, portfolio manager Patrick Lemmens and senior credit analyst Jan Willem Knoll give their views on the sector.
Subscribe to 'In tune with the markets' too
April 07, 2023 14:11 - 43 seconds - 1.39 MBThis is a trailer. Full new episode out now: https://www.robeco.com/en-int/insights/2023/04/podcast-in-tune-with-the-markets-mahna-mahna Robeco’s biweekly podcast that makes sense of the latest market moves – with a musical twist. Tune in to hear the latest from Portfolio Manager Arnout van Rijn as he covers the latest in global banking, central bank action and what to watch in the week ahead.
Credit Quarterly Talks Q2 2023: Buy the dip
March 30, 2023 16:21 - 8 minutes - 9.68 MBMarkets are still nervously eyeing the risk of a recession. Turmoil in the banking sector has added to the jitters. What will central banks do, and how should credit investors be positioned? In their latest Credit Quarterly Outlook, Robeco’s Credit team says they’re ready to buy on the dips, but with some very specific preferences. Erik Keller, Client Portfolio Manager for Credit at Robeco, outlines the team’s views.
Don't navigate on headline news when investing in Asia-Pacific
March 28, 2023 04:30 - 26 minutes - 25.1 MBAsia-Pacific is touted as a region vibrant with opportunity, thanks to its demographic advantage, catch-up growth and technological prowess. But investors remain wary of some of the obstacles, such as uncertainty about China’s role as an economic powerhouse and, more broadly, the difficulty of investing in a region made up of highly distinct markets. Thu Ha Chow, Head of Fixed Income Asia, and Joshua Crabb, Head of Asia-Pacific Equities, discuss their approach to the region.
New episode of new series: 'In tune with the markets' - Arnout van Rijn
March 24, 2023 11:00 - 16 minutes - 16.1 MBPodcast 'In tune with the markets' – episode 3: 'I will survive' A new episode of Robeco’s biweekly podcast that makes sense of the latest market moves – with a musical twist. Tune in to hear the latest from Portfolio Manager Arnout van Rijn as he covers the latest in global banking, central bank action and what to watch in the week ahead.
New series: 'In tune with the markets'
March 10, 2023 11:04 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBPodcast 'In tune with the markets' – episode 2: 'The Power' Arnout van Rijn: Central banks are still a major theme. The question is: how far are they willing to go, and what will it look like when markets snap. Meanwhile, equity markets remain relentlessly bullish, with cyclical stocks leading the charge. And China growth might be slowing, but it’s still got the power – as does President Xi Jinping. Follow (for free) via the links here: https://podnews.net/podcast/iad09
When the going gets tough, the tough stay the course
February 16, 2023 16:07 - 25 minutes - 24.5 MBKarin van Baardwijk has been Robeco’s CEO for just over a year now – a period that coincided with what turned out to be a perfect storm for asset managers. A war, a drastic shift in the direction of central bank policy, and negative returns across most asset classes kept investors focused and humble. We talked to Karin about what these events mean for the asset management industry, and how to position for the future. Listen to the conversation.
The best is yet to come for factor investing
January 31, 2023 10:57 - 23 minutes - 22.6 MBThere were few places for investors to hide in 2022, as weakness spread across all asset classes. Factor investing strategies, by contrast, provided some refuge: their resilience in down-trending markets confirmed their comeback. So, it’s a good time now to take stock of what’s going on in the world of quant and factor investing. Tune in and listen to Weili Zhou, head of Quant Equity Research, and David Blitz, Chief Quant Researcher.
Credit Quarterly Talks Q1 2023: From rates to ratings fears
January 17, 2023 16:55 - 9 minutes - 9.25 MBRobeco credit quarterly outlook with Erik Keller
Après Montreal: Biodiversity is also about opportunity
December 21, 2022 08:58 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBThere’s agreement that measures to halt and reverse biodiversity loss are now critical. But is this enough to move key role-players into action? That includes the investment community, which is already dealing with macro-economic worries, regulatory demands and many competing priorities in the realm of ESG issues. This is especially topical in light of COP 15, which recently took place in Montreal. Peter van der Werf, Senior Manager for Engagement at Robeco, and special guest Simon Zadek, Ex...
Is this the low point for high yield?
November 14, 2022 11:45 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MB2022 has been a year of records for bond investors. In the first six months, the fixed income asset class clocked its worst performance since 1788. And, unusually, bonds have weakened at the same time that equity markets got hammered. In this episode we take a look at a segment of the fixed income market: high yield corporate bonds. Here too, new records have been set.Never before have there been two consecutive years of negative total returns in high yield. Investors are now wrestling with ...
We’re nowhere near an equilibrium between growth and value yet
October 24, 2022 09:22 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBValue has proven over the past two years that it’s not dead, after all. The rotation away from growth stocks towards value that started in November 2020 continues. But it’s been in fits and starts. And, let’s face it, the market mood now is tense, fickle and unsure. Will it be smooth sailing for value strategies from here onwards? Jay Feeney is CEO and CIO of Boston Partners, the US-based investment house focused on fundamentally driven value investing.
Has the sustainability premium vanished?
September 06, 2022 12:32 - 27 minutes - 27.5 MBIt’s been a gruelling year so far for financial markets, including for equities. And sustainable indices have had it even harder, having underperformed the overall equity market. Critics of sustainable and ESG investing have been emboldened by these recent market developments, arguing that doing good seems to equate to losing money. We ask portfolio managers Chris Berkouwer and Michiel Plakman if the field of sustainable investing is now facing a reckoning?
PodcastXL: The pursuit of alternative alpha
July 13, 2022 04:30 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBIt has been hailed as the next frontier in quant investing. Using artificial intelligence, algorithms and vast volumes of new data types to explore untapped sources of returns sounds intriguing. Especially when times are uncertain, and alpha is evasive. But is this hype, false hope or real opportunity? We discuss these questions with three of our experts. Tune in.
Aggressive growth stocks face an uphill battle
June 14, 2022 14:44 - 26 minutes - 27 MBA year ago today, the scope for growth stocks – and particularly tech-related growth companies – still seemed boundless. But, the recognition that higher inflation is not so transitory after all, and the clear signaling from central banks that interest rates will ratchet up, appear to have given growth investors a run for their money. Jack Neele and Richard Speetjens discuss the matter in our latest podcast episode.
What’s with inflation?
May 27, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 29.9 MBRising inflation has become a growing concern for consumers around the world. It’s also wreaked havoc in financial markets, owing to fear and uncertainty about what happens next with interest rates, prices and economic growth. This after central bankers and analysts have been reassuring consumers and investors for nearly two years that they need not fear rising prices. We discuss the topic with Rikkert Scholten and Bob Stoutjesdijk.
Robeco Asset Management Podcast
May 23, 2022 13:22 - 38 seconds - 1.31 MBTune in to Robeco’s podcasts in which our experts succinctly explain the latest developments in everything from quantitative and sustainable investing, to trends and emerging markets.
Rediscovering real assets
May 04, 2022 10:18 - 28 minutes - 29.3 MBThere’s far more to real estate than ‘location, location, location’, and investors are taking note. Amid volatile market conditions, listed real estate has outperformed general equity over the past year. This is not without challenges, though, particularly on the sustainability front: the property sector churns out some 40% of global greenhouse gases. Listen in as Frank Onstwedder and Folmer Pietersma tell us all about it.
How to read the huge emerging markets discount
April 01, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBEmerging markets look extremely cheap. But are they cheap for a reason? We bring some 70 years of investment experience to the table to discuss the risks and opportunities that emerging markets offer in these volatile times. Tune in to our latest podcast episode.
The art of true engagement
March 21, 2022 11:17 - 24 minutes - 23.5 MBInvestors have grown to recognize the importance of having a say in how their capital is used. Butconducting successful engagements with companies is an art, say Robeco’s active ownership experts Daniëlle Essink, Laura Bosch and Robert Dykstra. Tune in to hear them share their insights on the topic.
Equity factors are even older than we thought
March 15, 2022 14:58 - 26 minutes - 25.1 MBNew Robeco research confirms that investors’ behavioural biases have been around since the days of the American Wild West. Guido Baltussen and Pim van Vliet talk about the mammoth task of building a database going back to the 1860s, and what it means for investors. Listen in to the conversation.
Not seeing red on Russian invasion
February 25, 2022 13:33 - 15 minutes - 14 MBWith Russian tanks rolling into the suburbs of Kyiv, what should investors do? Wim-Hein Pals, head of Emerging Markets Equities, talks about keeping calm in a crisis, and the impact the conflict might have on various sectors and regions. Tune in to hear it all.
Stick to your long-term investment beliefs
January 26, 2022 17:37 - 29 minutes - 27.7 MBHow tough will 2022 be for investors? What will it take to successfully navigate volatile market conditions, with very little in financial markets, central bank policy and fiscal action being business as usual? Robeco's CIO Victor Verberk and Mark van der Kroft discuss the tricks of the trade in our latest podcast.
Is this peak insanity?
December 20, 2021 13:31 - 25 minutes - 23 MBWith current market valuations now exceeding those of 1929, and even of 1999, the term ‘peak insanity’ is coined. Arnout van Rijn, CIO Asia Pacific, is less concerned. “It is not as bad as 1999. It's just a small segment of the market that is really at multiples that are hard to defend. The bigger segment of the market that now trades at relatively elevated multiples are just healthy cash flow-positive stocks that the market is willing to pay up for because of the TINA argument – ‘there is n...
Why the research that backs sustainable investing takes tenacity
November 16, 2021 10:13 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBThe wave of inflows continues into ESG-focused funds and impact-targeting strategies. But what lies behind the impressive product labels and glossy marketing materials? What does it truly take to identify to build sustainable investment portfolios? Rachel Whittaker, Head of SI Research, discusses the latest thinking in this field.
China – from power shortages to power play
October 21, 2021 09:08 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBIn our latest podcast, we discuss China’s challenges – from property to power shortages. We also zoom in on China’s ambition as it moves from a trade war to a tech war with the US. "The rivalry will only intensify," says Jie Lu, Head of Investments China. Tune in for more fascinating insights.
Why quant fixed income is a great diversifier
October 04, 2021 14:08 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBWhile many quant equity strategies have struggled over the past few years, the performance of quant credits has been robust. Patrick Houweling, Co-head of Quant Fixed Income, talks about the tricks of the quant trade, how his team is integrating sustainability into models, and the potential impact of a rise in inflation. Tune in to our latest podcast episode.
The Next Digital Billion is here. Are investors prepared?
September 07, 2021 04:00 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBA fundamental shift is occurring in how and where the internet is used. Investors could be caught out by who the real winners are in this transition, according to Robeco portfolio managers Bryan Satterly and Michiel van Voorst. They explain why in our latest podcast.
Are investment managers ready for ESG going mainstream?
July 27, 2021 04:30 - 28 minutes - 26 MBMore and more investors say they choose their fund manager based on their sustainability credentials. But is the industry ready for this fundamental shift towards ESG and impact investing? In our latest podcast, Masja Zandbergen, Robeco’s head of sustainability integration, discusses what it takes to keep up the pace. She also tackles some hot topics in ESG investing, including activism, health and biodiversity
Value, back with a vengeance
June 30, 2021 09:54 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBValue stocks are in revival – this after what seemed like an endless run of underperformance relative to growth stocks. But, is this the long-awaited value rotation? Andhow big is the opportunity from here onwards? David Cohen is portfolio manager for the Boston Partners Large Cap Value strategy and our guest in our latest podcast episode. Tune in
Navigating change and challenge in the asset management industry
May 31, 2021 13:09 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBIt’s never a dull moment in the asset management industry. Innovation, market swings, increasing regulatory pressure, the rotation from growth to value and, of course, the growing importance of climate investing solutions, are among the pressing themes in the industry. Each change and challenge offers opportunity to excel. Chief investment officer Mark van der Kroft discusses these topics – and more – in our latest podcast episode. Tune in.
No need to fear an inflationary accident – just yet
March 30, 2021 07:44 - 25 minutes - 24.2 MBIt’s inevitable that the forceful fiscal stimulus and exceptionally loose monetary policy currently in place will result in higher inflation. But, say Rikkert Scholten and Bob Stoutjesdijk, portfolio managers in the Robeco Global Macro Fixed Income team, the impact will be temporary. “There are a number of very strong secular forces keeping inflation in check”. Tune in to hear why they’re not falling for the inflation fearmongering.
Climate investing is more than just the next big thing
March 10, 2021 05:30 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB“The more you read about climate change, the more worried you become”, says Carola van Lamoen, Head of Sustainable investing. However, “mankind is hugely creative, and we can live up to the challenge”, says Climate Strategist Lucian Peppelenbos. The two experts discuss the risks and opportunities of climate change for asset managers in our latest podcast episode. Tune in.
Challenge the consensus
January 12, 2021 03:17 - 25 minutes - 32.2 MBKeep questioning the consensus in 2021, do your research and stay contrarian, says Victor Verberk, Robeco’s CIO Fixed Income, in our latest podcast episode. “Bond yields are controlled, independence of central banks is out of the window. Joe Biden is going to print another USD 2 trillion in stimulus and the Fed will finance it. It’s a concerted effort to keep the economy going.” To go back to normal, we do need defaults, though, he says. Tune in.