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UK Investor MagazineThe opportunity in Asian smaller companies with abrdn Asia FocusThe UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome Gabriel Sacks, Manager of abrdn Asia Focus, for an insightful conversation around the trust and the Asian smaller companies universe. Find out more about abrdn Asia Focus here.We start by looking at the trust’s investment objective and strategy. abrdn Asia Focus aims to maximise the total return to shareholders over the long term from a portfolio made up of quality smaller companies in the economies of Asia, excluding Japan. Of notable interest to investors, we look at the parameters and attribu...2025-03-1939 min
abrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn AEF Fund Update February 2025Portfolio Manager joins Mike Taggart to discuss recent changes to the AEF's investment strategy. 2025-02-2117 min
Sustainability inspiresSustainability Inspires: how infrastructure delivers for investors and the planetInfrastructure is a compelling asset class for any investor prioritising sustainability. The transport, energy and utilities sectors play a critical role in enabling a low-carbon world. But how do major infrastructure investors ensure their portfolio meets both sustainability needs and their financial objectives?In our latest Sustainability Inspires podcast, Ruairi Revell, Head of Sustainability, and Maciej Tarasiuk, Head of Investments for abrdn’s economic infrastructure business, discuss how they select, engage with, and manage infrastructure investments to achieve optimal outcomes for abrdn investors and society.2025-01-1526 minabrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn Healthcare Closed-end funds - December 2024In this episode, Jason Akus joins Mike Taggart to discuss an overview of the healthcare investment landscape and provide an update on our four healthcare closed-end funds. 2024-12-3112 min
Investing, Markets & MoneyPicking Asian Stocks with abrdn Asian Income Fund's Yoojeong Oh | Ep.126This week, Host Stuart Fieldhouse meets Yoojeong Oh, Investment Director of the abrdn Asian Income Fund. Stuart and Yoojeong discuss company dividends, the break-up of the chaebol conglomerates in South Korea, being underweight India and China and Yoojeong's favourites favourite stocks within the trust's portfolio.
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00:00 Intro to the abrdn Asian Income Fund
02:36 Dividends in Asia during Covid
04:01 Are there any restrictions on where the trust can invest in Asia?
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The TWM Real Estate PodcastEpisode 17: Stephen Walker, Deputy Head of UK Asset Management at abrdnOn this podcast Sean O'Neill chats with Stephen Walker, Deputy Head of UK Asset Management at abrdn and Co-owner and Director of TWM Michele Jackson. In a wide ranging conversation we talk about how investment strategies have changed over the recent past, how abrdn now looks at the office sector and how this is evolving in a post-Covid environment. Stephen speaks about the commitment to ESG in relation to their overall corporate strategy and real estate investment. He also delves into the world of AI and its potential impact on property and the market.2024-12-0536 min
Investing, Markets & MoneyHunting for value stocks with abrdn Equity Income Trust | Ep.125In this episode, host Stuart Fieldhouse meets Thomas Moore, Investment Director for the abrdn Equity Income Trust [LON:AEI]. They discuss the balance between yield and capital growth, hunting for cheap stocks and how the UK budget, interest rates and inflation affect the fund manager's decision-making.
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Wealth WiseClient spotlightThis month, Fraser Kerr is joined by two of our wonderful clients, Murray and Amanda Bothwell. They discuss the value they find in having a trusted abrdn financial planner by their side and the role it has played in helping them shape their financial decisions.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment...2024-11-2725 minWealth WiseAutumn Budget round-upTune in to our Autumn Budget round-up, featuring insights from Lizzy Galbraith, Political Economist, and Martin Young, Managing Director at abrdn Financial Planning. In this episode, we cover the key changes from Labour’s Autumn Budget – and how they could impact you.Important information:This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The...2024-11-0132 min
Private Markets 360°Unlocking Value in Investment Grade Private Credit (with Neil Odom-Haslett, Head of Private Credit and Commercial Real Estate Lending at abrdn)Neil Odom-Haslett, Head of Private Credit and Commercial Real Estate Lending at abrdn, joins our hosts to explore the realm of investment grade private credit, including both corporate credit and commercial real estate debt. Neil also discusses his professional journey and how ESG factors into abrdn’s investment thesis. More S&P Global Content: The capital markets’ most complex problems, solved. Calling all private equity, venture capital and limited partner professionals to participate in our 2025 Private Equity and Venture Capital Outlook survey! Share your thoughts on private markets sentiment and trends you anticipate over the n...2024-10-3128 minSustainability inspiresSustainability Inspires: How we use voting to make business betterAt abrdn, engaging with the companies in which we invest – especially by exercising our right to vote at annual shareholder meetings – is a key way we look to drive positive change and improve performance of our clients’ investments.But what does voting involve? How do we decide how to vote? And on what issues has abrdn been voting in 2024? In our latest Sustainability Inspires podcast, Andy Mason and Joanna Sulc of the abrdn Investments Active Ownership team explain all.2024-10-2916 minWealth WiseHow financial literacy makes a differenceThis month, we’re joined by senior financial planners Lewis MacLennan and Keith Dunsmuir to discuss the impact of low financial literacy in the UK. We’ll explore how those with low financial literacy are less likely to have savings or a pension compared to their more financially literate peers, even with similar incomes. We also delve into strategies for improving financial literacy as highlighted in abrdn's open letter to the Secretary of State for Education, calling for enhanced financial education in schools.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are...2024-09-2728 min
The Alldus Podcast - AI in ActionWomen in ServiceNow Series E01: Aly Skidmore, ServiceNow Platform Owner at abrdnToday's guest is Aly Skidmore, ServiceNow Platform Owner at abrdn. Founded in 1825, abrdn is a global investment company that helps clients and customers plan, save and invest for the future. They are structured around three businesses - Investments, Adviser and Interactive Investor - each focused on the changing needs of their clients. The company's focus on four key strategic priorities - Asia, Sustainability, Alternatives, UK savings and wealth - enables them to meet the needs of clients across a range of markets.
Aly is an energetic and creative ITIL 4 certified managing practitioner with extensive and varied experience i...2024-09-2532 minWealth WiseInspirational women in financeThis month we're joined by CEO of the Wisdom Council, Anna Lane, and abrdn Regional Director, Cera Taylor. We discuss the research the Wisdom Council do and the importance of consumer understanding, as well as looking at the gender pay gap and the inspirational role these women have in finance.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have...2024-08-2245 min
Dakota Rainmaker PodcastFlexible Leadership and Data-Driven Sales with abrdn’s Steve DunnIn this episode of the Rainmaker Podcast, host Gui Costin sits down with Steve Dunn, the Head of U.S. Distribution and Exchange Traded Funds at abrdn. The discussion opens with Steve sharing his journey into the financial services industry, noting that like many in distribution, his entry was somewhat accidental. Starting his career at Vanguard, Steve quickly recognized his passion for the client-facing side of the business and the investment aspects that kept him engaged. A pivotal moment early in his career occurred when a client introduced him to the concept of ETFs, sparking his interest and eventually...2024-08-2044 min
All Things FundraisingFlexible Leadership and Data-Driven Sales with abrdn’s Steve DunnIn this Rainmaker Podcast episode, host Gui Costin interviews Steve Dunn, Head of U.S. Distribution and Exchange Traded Funds at abrdn. Steve shares his journey from starting at Vanguard to building a 25-year career in the ETF industry, with roles at iShares, Deutsche, and Abrdn. A key takeaway is Steve’s focus on flexibility within distribution teams. He advocates against rigid territorial structures, instead ensuring the right person is matched to the right opportunity for better client service.Steve also emphasizes transparency and compassion in leadership, treating each team member based on their individual needs. His ap...2024-08-2044 minUK Investor MagazineIdentifying high-quality UK small caps with abrdn UK Smaller Companies Growth TrustThe UK Investor Magazine Podcast was delighted to be joined by Abby Glennie, Deputy Head of Smaller Companies at abrdn, for a deep dive into UK smaller companies and the abrdn UK Smaller Companies Growth Trust.We start with a discussion about the strategy, looking at the trust’s bottom-up approach to UK smaller companies. Abby details a strategy and screening process that seeks out companies meeting strict criteria for quality, growth and momentum.Visit the abrdn UK Smaller Companies Growth Trust website.Abby explains the key themes for abrdn UK...2024-07-2329 minabrdn Closed-End Funds5 Minutes on JEQIn this episode, Chern Yeh-Kwok joins Mike Taggart to discuss the abrdn Japan Equity Fund, Inc. In just five minutes, Chern addresses three questions investors should be considering: why Japan, why now, and why JEQ? For more information on JEQ, visit abrdnjeq.com. To get in contact with us, send us an email at investor.relations@abrdn.com or give us a call at +1 (800) 522-5465. 2024-07-1606 minWealth WiseHow the general election could influence market activityThis month we're joined by our very own Investment Analyst, Tom Watts, as he focusses on the build up to the UK election. Hear how Tom cemented his place in the history books as a cult TV gameshow winner, how he manages life on the team responsible for abrdn’s Model Portfolio Service and how events such as the general election can influence market activity. This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can alwa...2024-06-2731 minSustainability inspiresImpact in focus: through the lens of public marketsFionna Ross invites Sarah Norris, Head of ESG in the abrdn Equities team, to discuss impact investing through the lens of public markets. 2024-06-2113 minWealth WiseInterview with Richard Wilson, CEO at iiThis month we get down to brass tacks with Richard Wilson, CEO at interactive investor and of Personal Wealth abrdn. Richard shares his outlook on financial planning, his personal motivations and key insights into his own financial behaviours.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can...2024-05-2830 min
Fixed Income ExplainedThe Credit SpecialCorporate bonds are back in favour, and the time is ripe for a Fixed Income Explained Podcast Credit Special. What are the factors driving markets? Where can investors find value right now? What’s the outlook for the remainder of 2024? And are there any risks on the horizon? Fixed Income Explained host Peter Marsland returns to tackle all these questions and more, with the help of an array of abrdn corporate bond experts. Listen in as Peter chats with credit colleagues Siddharth Dahiya, Ben Pakenham, and Louise Smith, in a conversation spanning investment grade corporates, Europe...2024-05-1536 minSustainability inspiresClimate transition: looking beyond a low-carbon portfolioWe built our climate transition investment team four years ago. Fionna Ross invites Samuel Grantham and Thomas Leys, Investment Directors in the abrdn Fixed Income team, to share their learnings and to discuss what lies ahead. 2024-05-0820 minabrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn Asia-Pacific Income Fund, Inc. (FAX) - March 2024 UpdateIn this episode, Adam McCabe joins Mike Taggart to discuss FAX. 2024-04-3012 minabrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn Australia Equity Fund, Inc. (IAF) March 2024 UpdateIn this podcast, Eric Chan joins Mike Taggart to discuss IAF. IAF top ten holdings as of January 31, 2024:BHP Group Ltd - 11.2 Commonwealth Bank of Australia - 8.8 CSL Ltd - 8.5 National Australia Bank Ltd - 5.9 Woodside Energy Group Ltd - 4.3 Rio Tinto PLC - 4.0 Macquarie Group Ltd - 4.0 Goodman Group - 3.9 Australia & New Zealand Banking Group Ltd - 3.7 Telstra Group Ltd - 3.6 2024-04-3009 minabrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn Global Income Fund, Inc. (FCO) - March 2024 UpdateIn this episode, Adam McCabe joins Mike Taggart to discuss FCO. 2024-04-3010 minWealth WiseAn insight into investment managementAt abrdn, our financial planning advisers work closely with experts across the group to deliver clients with a comprehensive and holistic service. In our latest episode Fraser Kerr is joined by MyFolio Investment Managers Justin Jones and Daniel Reynolds, as they discuss essential topics such as, passion and purpose, the MyFolio fund range, sustainable investing and market expectations.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future...2024-04-0426 minabrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn Income Credit Strategies Fund (ACP) Update - March 2024In this episode, George Westervelt joins Mike Taggart to give an update on ACP. 2024-04-0318 min
Investors' Chronicle'We should redefine what a recession is': Abby Glennie of Abrdn UK Smaller Companies fundIn the latest episode of the IC Interviews, Dan Jones hosts Abby Glennie, deputy head of smaller companies and co-manager of UK smaller companies strategies at Abrdn. As part of Abrdn, Glennie has been pivotal in the world of domestic small-cap shares. In the show, the pair discuss some of the Abrdn UK Smaller Companies fund's holdings, including Bytes Technology, 4Imprint and CVS Group, as well as the current angst over the UK market, portfolio allocation changes, and the ‘Matrix’ stock screen.Timestamps1:17 What Glennie makes of the angst over the UK ma...2024-03-1947 minWealth WiseThe Savings Ladder approachIn our latest episode Fraser is joined by Keith Dunsmuir, Senior Financial Planer, to discuss a recent manifesto from abrdn’s CEO, Stephen Bird, who challenges common perceptions and sheds light on the power of long-term focus. Discover how having a proactive engagement with savings, and getting into a good savings mentality, could transform the financial journey you, your family or friends have in the future. This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always chan...2024-03-0132 minabrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn AWP - Fund Update February 2024In this episode, Portfolio Manager Bill Pekowitz joins Mike Taggart to give an update on AWP and the real estate market. AWP’s top ten holdings as of December 31, 2023: Prologis Inc 8.2%Equinix Inc 4.6%Public Storage 3.9% Welltower Inc 3.8% Digital Realty Trust Inc 3.7% Realty Income Corp 3.4% Simon Property Group Inc 3.1% AvalonBay Communities Inc 3.0% Equity LifeStyle Properties Inc 2.7% Mitsui Fudosan Co Ltd 2.6%2024-02-2913 minabrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn JEQ Fund Update February 2024In this episode, Mike Taggart is joined by Chern Yeh-Kwok to share his insights on JEQ and the Japanese markets. 2024-02-2714 minabrdn Closed-End FundsAGD and AOD Fund Update - February 2024In this episode, we sit down with Marty Connaghan, a portfolio manager on the abrdn Global Dynamic Dividend Fund (AGD) and the abrdn Total Dynamic Dividend Fund. Marty breaks down the differences of the two funds and provides insight into the investment strategy. AOD Top Ten Holdings as of November 2023:Apple Inc 4.0 Microsoft Corp 3.7 BE Semiconductor Industries NV 2.1 Broadcom Inc 1.9 Alphabet Inc 1.8 Newmont Corp 1.6 TotalEnergies SE 1.6 Eli Lilly & Co 1.6 Enbridge Inc 1.5 Engie SA 1.5 AGD Top Ten...2024-02-2014 minabrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn ASGI - Fund Update February 2024In this episode, we sit down with Josh Duitz, a portfolio manager on the abrdn Global Infrastructure Income Fund (ASGI) for an overview of the infrastructure market and insight into Josh's investment strategy. 2024-02-2013 minabrdn Closed-End FundsInvesting in Healthcare with abrdnIn this episode, we sit down with Dan Omstead, Portfolio Manager of abrdn's four healthcare funds: abrdn Life Sciences Investors (HQL), abrdn Healthcare Investors (HQH), abrdn Healthcare Opportunities Fund (THQ), and abrdn World Healthcare Fund (THW). In addition to the advantages of investing in the healthcare space, Dan discusses the transition of these funds and their teams from Tekla to abrdn, as well as other fund updates. 2024-02-1509 minabrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn IFN Fund Update - February 2024In this episode, we sit down with James Thom, a manager on The India Fund, Inc. IFN’s top ten holdings as of November 2023: ICICI Bank Ltd 7.6 HDFC Bank Ltd 7.5 Hindustan Unilever Ltd 5.2 Infosys Ltd 5.2 Bharti Airtel Ltd 4.7 UltraTech Cement Ltd 4.2 Power Grid Corp of India Ltd 4.1 SBI Life Insurance Co Ltd 3.8 Larsen & Toubro Ltd 3.7Tata Consultancy Services Ltd 3.4 2024-02-1513 minabrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn AEF Fund Update January 2024In this episode, we sit down Nick Robinson, a manager of AEF. The top ten holdings of AEF as of December 31, 2023 are below. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd (9.0)Samsung Electronics Co Ltd (6.5) Tencent Holdings Ltd (5.0)Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (3.4) HDFC Bank Ltd (3.0) SBI Life Insurance Co Ltd (2.2) Power Grid Corp of India Ltd (2.2)FPT Corp (2.2)Bank Rakyat Indonesia Persero Tbk PT (2.0)Media Tek Inc (1.9) 2024-02-0517 minabrdn Closed-End Fundsabrdn VFL Fund Update - January 2024In this episode, we sit down with Jon Mondillo, a manager on VFL for an update on the abrdn National Municipal Income Fund and the municipal market. 2024-02-0513 minFixed Income ExplainedAddressing Uncertainty: What's on the other side?The latest episode wrapping up the "Addressing Uncertainty" trilogy for 2023. Join Peter, our host and Fixed Income investment specialist at abrdn, as he discusses the current economic landscape with Paul Diggle, Chief Economist, Mark Munro, Investment Director focused on credit strategies, and Andrew Stanners, Investment Director specialising in emerging market debt.In this episode, the experts analyse the recent actions of the Federal Reserve, the Bank of England, and the European Central Bank, indicating a potential end to rate hikes. The focus shifts to what lies ahead for fixed income investors in 2024 and beyond. The discussion covers...2023-12-1834 minabrdn Closed-End FundsACP - Fund Update September 2023In this episode we focus on income credit strategies with a manager of the abrdn Income Credit Strategies Fund, ticker ACP. 2023-11-0711 minabrdn Closed-End FundsAWP Fund Update - August 2023In this episode, we sit down with a manager of the abrdn Global Premier Properties fund, ticker AWP. 2023-11-0715 minabrdn Closed-End FundsJEQ Fund Update - September 2023In this episode, we focus on the Japanese equity markets with a manager of the abrdn Japan Equity Fund, Inc., ticker JEQ. 2023-11-0712 minWealth WiseNavigating Inheritance Tax and the importance of planningWe explain how Inheritance Tax actually works and how the team at abrdn can help you make better decisions about your estate planning, all with the goal of ensuring that your loved ones are taken care of.Fraser Kerr, Regional Director, hosts Laura Marshall, Financial Planning Director and Vanessa Hutchison, Senior Private Client Adviser.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you...2023-10-3129 minWealth WiseNavigating Inheritance Tax and the importance of planningWe explain how inheritance tax actually works and how the team at abrdn can help you make better decisions about your estate planning, all with the goal of ensuring that your loved ones are taken care of in an ever-changing world.Fraser Kerr, Regional Director, hosts Laura Marshall, Financial Planning Director and Vanessa Hutchinson, Senior Private Client Adviser.2023-10-3029 minFixed Income ExplainedMuni investors missing those summer winds?abrdn’s Paul Blane and guest Jonathan Mondillo cover all things municipal bond markets on the latest podcast episode; looking back on Q3 while looking ahead at certain sectors, duration positioning, and what higher-for-longer may actually mean. abrdn’s Head of Fixed Income Jonathan Mondillo joins National Accounts Senior Director and host Paul Blane on the latest episode to discuss all things municipal bond markets, along with:Looking back at Q3 performanceProviding expectations for performance in Q4Offering insight on duration positioning and what’s ahead for 2024If you would like to subscribe to our Fixed I...2023-10-2708 minabrdn Closed-End FundsIAF Fund Update October 2023In this episode we are focusing on Australian equity markets with a manager of the abrdn Australia Equity Fund - ticker IAF. 2023-10-1808 min
abrdn Quarterly PerspectivesGeopolitical concern creating more EMD opportunity?abrdn’s Dan Mottram and guest Brett Diment cover all things emerging markets debt on the latest podcast episode; looking back on Q3 while looking ahead, particularly at the strength of the US dollar, and the latest with China, India, and Latin America.2023-10-1716 minabrdn Quarterly PerspectivesGoing forward: What China means for emerging markets (and beyond)abrdn’s Tom Harvey and guest Devan Kaloo cover all things emerging markets on the latest podcast episode; looking back on Q3 while looking ahead, particularly at Chinese domestic stocks, artificial intelligence, oil prices, and higher-for-longer interest rates.2023-10-1009 minSustainability inspiresAligning the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with business strategySamuel Bevan from abrdn’s emerging-market debt team talks to Sima Varsani of Helios Towers, a leading telecommunications infrastructure company. Sima discusses how Helios Towers integrates sustainability into its business strategy and how this aligns with the UN’s SDGs. 2023-10-0927 minabrdn Closed-End FundsAOD and AGD Fund Update August 2023In this episode we are focusing on dividend income with a manager of the abrdn Total Dynamic Dividend Fund, ticker AOD, and the abrdn Global Dynamic Dividend Fund, ticker AGD. 2023-09-2711 minabrdn Closed-End FundsASGI Fund Update August 2023In this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Global Infrastructure Income Fund - ticker ASGI2023-09-2714 minabrdn Closed-End FundsAEF Fund Update August 2023In this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Emerging Markets Equity fund - ticker AEF.2023-09-2112 minabrdn Closed-End FundsVFL Fund Update - August 15, 2023In this episode we are focusing on municipal bonds investing with Jon Mondillo of the abrdn National Municipal Income Fund - ticker VFL.2023-09-1210 min
BlockDrops com Maurício MagaldiSEC x Cripto, EIP5169, abrdn tokeniza na Hedera, e muito maisDrop 1: SEC x Cripto
https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/binance-coinbase-sec-investigation-crypto-1234768202/
Drop 2: EIP5169 Smart Tokens
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/brentannells_innovation-internet-tokenization-activity-7071978346598858752-XoYo?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android
Drop 3: abrdn tokeniza fundo na rede Hedera
http://ledgerinsights.com/abrdn-tokenize-money-market-fund-hedera/
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MUFG do Japão anuncia Progmat Coin, plataforma para emissão de stablecoins de Yen em Blockchains públicas
https://cointelegraph.com/news/mufg-to-facilitate-japanese-bank-backed-stablecoins-via-progmat-coin-platform
JP Morgan lança plataforma em Blockchain para liquidação em USD na GIFT City, cidade inteligente na Índia
https://m.timesofindia.com/business/india-business/jp-morgan-launches-blockchain-platform-for-usd-clearing-in-gift-city/articleshow/100763751.cms
Samsung: uso de Blockchain na nova linha d...2023-06-1119 min
FICC FocusAbrdn’s Mondillo on Private, Public Corporates: Macro MattersCorporate fixed income looks attractive compared with equities, Abrdn’s Jonathan Mondillo, head of North American fixed income says. Mondillo joins Bloomberg Intelligence’s Chief US Rates Strategist Ira Jersey on this Macro Matters edition of the FICC Focus podcast to discuss how private debt markets can offer opportunities and less volatility than some public credit areas. He also reviews Abrdn’s preferred sectors given its outlook for a recession beginning in early 2024, and the effects political policy and the Federal Reserve may have on fixed-income investing.2023-06-0119 minabrdn Closed-End FundsVFL Fund Update- May 16th, 2023In this episode we are focusing on municipal bonds investing with Jon Mondillo of the abrdn National Municipal Income Fund - ticker VFL2023-05-2310 min
UK Investor MagazineNavigating uncertainty and robust dividends with abrdn Diversified Income and Growth TrustThe UK Investor Magazine was thrilled to be joined by Nalaka De Silva, Head of Private Market Solution at abrdn.Nalaka is responsible for developing and implementing strategies across the Private Markets spectrum. This includes investments across Private Equity, Infrastructure, Real Estate, Natural Resources and Private Credit on a global basis.The abrdn Diversified Income and Growth Trust provides investors with a structure and strategy usually associated with large insurance and pension funds. The portfolio is a mix of public and private assets delivered in a balanced approach to maintain a solid income...2023-05-2332 min
UK Investor MagazineNAV Growth, Discounts, and the abrdn Private Equity Opportunities Investment Trust with Alan GauldThe UK Investor Magazine was thrilled to welcome Alan Gauld, Lead Portfolio Manager of the abrdn Private Equity Opportunities Investment Trust, for a deep dive into private equity markets and the opportunities ahead in 2023.Find out more about abrdn Private Equity Opportunities Investment Trust here.We start with an overview of the private equity market and address the question – why should private equity be considered for your portfolio?Our discussion then naturally moves towards the opportunity in private equity trusts currently and why the deep discounts represent a substantial disconnect fr...2023-04-2840 minabrdn Closed-End FundsIAF Q1 Fund Update- March 20th, 2023In this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Australia Equity Fund - ticker IAF2023-03-2912 minabrdn Closed-End FundsJEQ Q1 Fund Update- March 8th, 2023In this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Japan Equity Fund - ticker JEQ2023-03-2415 minabrdn Closed-End FundsIFN Q1 Fund Update- March 1st, 2023In this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn India Fund - ticker IFN2023-03-2314 minabrdn Closed-End FundsACP Q1 Fund Update- Feb 24th, 2023In this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Income Credit Strategies fund - ticker ACP2023-03-1412 minabrdn Closed-End FundsAEF Q1 Fund Update- Feb 8th, 2023In this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Emerging Markets Equity fund - ticker AEF2023-02-2809 minabrdn Closed-End FundsAOD and AGD Q1 Fund Updates- Feb 1st, 2023In this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Total Dynamic Dividend fund - ticker AOD and the Global Dynamic Dividend fund- ticker AGD2023-02-2112 minabrdn Closed-End FundsAWP Q1 Fund Update- Feb 6th, 2023In this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Global Premier Properties Fund - ticker AWP2023-02-2122 min
CEF INSIGHTSabrdn on Emerging Markets, Supply Chain Shifts & Rising RatesAfter some challenging years, the reopening of China, supply chain shifts, and other market factors point toward possible opportunities in global emerging markets for investors seeking income and long-term appreciation. In this CEF Insights Podcast episode, abrdn Senior Investment Director and Portfolio Manager Nick Robinson shares views on these opportunities and more views on the current market.
abrdn is a global investment company with 11 closed-end funds including the abrdn Emerging Markets Equity Income Fund, ticker AEF. The investment goal of the fund is to provide both current income and long-term appreciation by selecting companies in gro...2023-02-1614 minSustainability inspiresGreen finance: from local to globalHost: Amanda Young, Chief Sustainability Officer, abrdnGuest: Omar Shaikh, Director, and Co-Founder of the Global Ethical Finance Initiative (GEFI) We kick off our brand-new Sustainability Inspires series with Omar, from GEFI. This is to pay homage to abrdn’s Scottish roots and the expanding influence that GEFI has had from a local initiative to its role on the global sustainable financial stage. Find out more and be inspired to support a cause close to your heart, from wherever you may be. 2023-02-0823 minabrdn Closed-End FundsASGI Q1 Fund Update- Jan 19th, 2023In this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Global Infrastructure Income Fund - ticker ASGI2023-01-3008 min
The NAVigatorAbrdn's Purington: Middle-market infrastructure has some extra pop right nowEric Purington, portfolio manager and infrastructure specialist at abrdn, says that middle-market private investments are a path to profitability and outperformance now due to a supply-demand imbalance that has large-cap operators -- working with an 'ocean of capital' looking to do more acquisitions and pay a premium for them. Purington, who is responsible for private-market investments for the abrdn Global Infrastructure Income Fund, says that while infrastructure provides services and assets for the community and predictable cash flows for investors, the premiums being paid for middle-market assets could generate roughly '200 basis points of outsized returns' moving forward.2023-01-2710 minFixed Income ExplainedHas inflation peaked?Far-reaching, persistent inflation continues to be the dominant economic theme across the globe. In our latest Fixed Income TEAMTALK podcast, abrdn experts discuss the likely inflation trajectory. Have we reached the inflation summit yet, and where do we go from here? Join Fixed Income Investment Specialist Peter Marsland, Head of Inflation Adam Skerry and Research Institute Senior Economist Sree Kochugovindan for an in-depth analysis of the inflation outlook. If you would like to subscribe to our Fixed Income Newsletter click here. If you would like to listen to the previous episode of...2022-11-2829 minabrdn Closed-End FundsACP Q3 Fund Update with Ben PakenhamIn this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Income Credit Strategies Fund - ticker ACP with Ben Pakenham2022-11-0217 minabrdn Closed-End FundsACP Q3 Fund UpdateIn this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Income Credit Strategies Fund - ticker ACP2022-09-2609 minabrdn Closed-End FundsAEF Q3 Fund updateIn this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Emerging Markets Equity fund - ticker AEF2022-09-1509 minabrdn Closed-End FundsIAF Q3 Fund UpdateIn this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Australia Equity fund - ticker IAF2022-09-1512 minabrdn Closed-End FundsAOD/AGD Q3 Fund UpdateIn this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Total Dynamic Dividend fund - ticker AOD and the Global Dynamic Dividend fund- ticker AGD2022-09-0709 minabrdn Closed-End FundsAWP Q3 Fund UpdateIn this episode we are focusing on global infrastructure investing with a manager of the abrdn Global Premier Properties Fund - ticker AWP2022-09-0616 minThe NAVigatorAbrdn's Duitz: Recessionary pressure is good for infrastructure, dividend playsJosh Duitz, deputy head of global equities at Abrdn -- portfolio manager for Abrdn Global Infrastructure Income and two of the firm's dynamic dividend funds -- says that the macro drivers for infrastructure -- globalization, upgrades and repairs, urbanization and increased demand -- coupled with current inflationary pressures have created an environment that is solid for recession-resistant infrastructure stocks. Meanwhile, with rising interest rates pushing demand higher, dividend stocks have been outperforming as well, and are likely to continue to remain in the market's sweet spot until the economy rebounds and convinces the public that it wants to focus again...2022-09-0210 minabrdn Closed-End FundsJEQ Q3 Fund updateWe are focusing on Japanese equities with Head of Equities in Japan, Deputy Head of Equities Asia Pacific, and portfolio manager of the abrdn Japan Equity fund - ticker JEQ – Kwok Chern Yeh, welcome Chern.2022-08-2212 min
The Trowers PodcastESG Perspectives - A conversation with abrdn - Part 3What are the key ESG factors that businesses in Southeast Asia should be focussing on?
In the third and concluding episode of the ESG Perspectives series with abrdn, Partners Tom Reynolds and Elias Moubarak finish their discussion with Danielle Welch-Rose, ESG Investment Director for abrdn in the APAC region by addressing whether there is a war for talent amidst the ever increasing importance of ESG matters and Danielle's work as head of abrdn's Sustainability Institute.2022-07-1317 minSustainability inspiresMeet our carbon expert - A conversation with Nick GaskellA deep dive with Nick Gaskell. Eva Cairns sits down and chats all things carbon at abrdn and the main challenges that are faced when it comes to integrating carbon into the investment process 2022-06-2728 minSustainability inspiresInternational Women's Day with abrdn's CFO,Stephanie BruceStephanie Bruce, CFO at abrdn, joins Eva Cairns to discuss her career journey and achievements as well as explore gender diversity and the challenges within the financial industry.2022-03-0420 min