Absolute return bond strategies aim to deliver steadier outcomes by prioritising capital preservation and actively managing volatility. This approach offers investors a potentially more resilient way to navigate uncertain markets, writes Shaun Casey, senior portfolio manager at Insight Investment.

2025 was a strong year for infrastructure and we expect momentum to continue in 2026.

After years of synchronization, global monetary and fiscal policies are now moving in different directions, reflecting varying growth dynamics, inflation pressures and policy priorities.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly advanced from novelty to an integral part of workflows and daily life. Adoption is already surpassing many of the expectations from a few years ago. As usage accelerates, we look beyond productivity gains to see which firms can turn technological advantage into lasting market power.