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  1. Volatile markets: Investing in turbulent times

    How to invest in volatile markets.

    The start of the year was characterized by high volatility on financial markets – a situation that is likely to persist for some time. That makes it all the more important to adopt the right approach to securities. Investor recommendations for a well-equipped portfolio in turbulent times.

  2. Fixed income: fixed-interest securities

    Fixed income: What is it, and why invest in it now?

    Fixed income investments can be a means of preserving capital and achieving a predictable return. Bond investments can offer consistent income streams in the form of interest payments. This appeals to investors especially in choppy economic waters. What is fixed income, and how should it be deployed in a sound investment strategy?

  3. Inflation: everything you need to know about inflation and the like

    Inflation made simple

    Investors live in fear of inflation. They are afraid of currency devaluation and uncontrollable equity markets. However, is there any justification to referring to inflation as a specter? What do terms such as inflation, deflation, and real interest rate mean? Inflation made simple.

  4. A good portfolio: Investing in quality and growth stocks

    Quality and growth stocks: Investing for good times and bad

    From a risk-free rate to "interest-free risk": Investors ought to be able to rely on a resilient and sound portfolio, particularly in uncertain times. A combination of quality stocks and growth stocks is a good place to start. 

  5. Sustainable investments and three myths about them

    Seizing long-term opportunities. Three myths about sustainable investments debunked.

    The issue of sustainability is omnipresent – not least of all on financial markets. Sustainable investments have long become established, and companies that align themselves with ESG standards show above-average performance in many cases. That means it is high time to expose several myths.

  6. Help reduce greenhouse gases. With sustainable funds.

    Increasing demand for sustainable funds can be explained not least by the growing awareness of ESG criteria. By investing in sustainable funds from the construction sector, for example, investors can help companies develop new technologies and therefore have a lasting impact on the reduction in global greenhouse gases.

  7. Sustainable investments give back in return. What investors should know about ESG.

    Invest for profit while doing good? Thanks to ESG and sustainable investing, you can do just that. Read why the ESG criteria are a useful tool in the investment process, and investors should look to sustainability for long-term success.

  8.  intelligent materials smart materials are changing the world

    Smart materials and technologies – the future today

    Smart materials adapt to environmental changes without human intervention, “remember” their original shape, or even repair themselves. Not only do these smart materials simplify our everyday lives, they also offer solutions to the problem of raw material scarcity in the future.

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    Thanks to Diversification, You Can Improve the Risk/Return Profile of Your Investments

    Equity markets have been on a bullish trend for more than eight years – making it the longest since their 13-year run prior to the millennium. But to conclude that we should either invest everything in equities or get out now would be too simplistic. Diversification is particularly important now to increase the return associated with the constant expectation of risk or to generate the same return with lower risk.

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    Three affordable ways to invest in equities 

    Investors are often looking for affordable ways to invest in equities. Drop-back certificates and private equity funds are good options for this. They provide a comprehensive investment solution through prudent asset management.