Audio commentary: Unraveling the uncertainties

At first glance, biodiversity may seem like an out-of-place topic when it comes to investing. In recent years, however, it has become clear that biodiversity and nature loss pose potential systemic risks to society, business and the economy.

Galvanized by U.S. rhetoric, the European Union looks to be pivoting towards greater cohesiveness and increased fiscal spending. We examine the implications for the regional equity market.

Global central banks this month have offered something for everyone from further interest rates hikes in Japan to rate cuts in Canada and Europe, while the Federal Reserve remained motionless.