EMBD News and Press, Global X Emerging Markets Bond From 10/21/21

When facing a rising-rate environment, investors who can’t stomach too much risk should limit - but not eliminate - duration, or sensitivity to interest-rate changes. Investors shouldn’t just shorten their portfolio’s duration; they should get a chunk of it from a...

The strong economic and market trends of the first half of 2021 wavered during the third quarter. The coronavirus delta variant caught up with the US at the height of the summer, just as vaccinations slowed and concerns grew that inflation might flare and persist. Even so, equity mark...

Sustainable funds differ from conventional funds because they have a sustainability objective while also seeking financial returns. The growing popularity of investing in sustainable funds means more capital available to firms with a high sustainability rating, boosting firms’ ...

Over the last several years, the market has commanded a premium for ESG leaders and stars, and a reason why we seek to invest in companies with potential or realized ESG momentum. Our sovereign research that demonstrates the strong correlation between country credit ratings and ESG sc...

Borrowing with a sustainability ilk is on a tear for 2021 so far. USD borrowing is now ahead of EUR borrowing for corporates. US corporates are embracing sustainability-linked loans. A more global sustainable tune is being played for 2021 as the reach extends to Asia and ...

Leverage can be a double-edged sword, as it can be positive, but also represents a source of risk. Emerging market equities also hold attractive valuations. Cash flows are another reason why we like emerging markets. For further details see: 3 Reasons We Remain Bullish O...

The post-lockdown recovery has been powerful, and most developed economies have seen double-digit gross domestic product (GDP) rebounds from 2020 lows. The reopening trade should resume in coming months. The cyclical stocks that comprise the value factor are reporting stronger earning...

The unique characteristics of COVID-19 may have stifled unrest initially, but the pandemic has exacerbated inequality and poverty, which could fuel public discontent, impacting political and policy paths. Lower-skilled workers have been most affected, and poverty has increased substan...

We have seen a sharp growth in the issuance of not only green bonds but also sustainability bonds and social bonds, which are closely related. When thinking about issuance outside of the corporate space, sovereigns and state-owned enterprises in Latin America are leading in that respe...

A general consensus is forming in the business community: An enterprise focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters can yield benefits to a company. While a strategic focus on — and investment in — ESG plays a critical role in an enterprise’s long...