Episode 9: Finding Sustainable Alpha in Global Equities
IMAP Podcast Series - Independent Thought
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IMAP Podcast Series - Independent Thought
Episode 9: Finding Sustainable Alpha in Global Equities
May 02, 2022
IMAP

Simon Steele of Fiera Capital and Darren Beasley of Evidentia discuss the following points

  • The impact of higher interest rates and inflation when selecting managers
  • The concept of style adjusted alpha
  • We've seen a switch from growth equities to value. Is this likely to be a short-lived phenomenon or could higher bond rates dampen the performance of high growth stocks?
  • The search for protection against inflation in the current environment
  • Ukraine and Russia and any impact on growth 
  • Predicting long-term profitability and success of individual companies
  • Regional preferences within global equities and the importance of geographical exposure. 
  • The importance of valuation and short-term performance?