insights.

Global Investment Outlook 2021
investment insights

Global Investment Outlook 2021: the year when the COVID crisis ends

Vaccines mark a turning point in the recovery. Looking to 2021, we expect rapid catch-up. Discover where we see opportunities and risks with CIO Private Bank Stéphane Monier and Chief economist Samy Chaar.

China ups its economic ambitions
investment insights

China ups its economic ambitions

The speed of China’s economic recovery and its plans to double GDP over 15 years make a stand-alone portfolio allocation essential.

Fintechs - enabler or disrupter of development finance?  How digitalisation can help close the loop
corporatetechnology
corporatetechnology

Fintechs - enabler or disrupter of development finance? How digitalisation can help close the loop

Can fintechs help close the poverty loop? We believe they are the disruptors of tomorrow bringing innovative and affordable solutions to the under-served. And investors can benefit. Read more on data management, mobile banking and digitalisation.

Will 2021 put us on the path to an economic recovery?
corporatecovid-19
corporatecovid-19

Will 2021 put us on the path to an economic recovery?

For our Chief Economist Samy Chaar 2021 will be the year of economic catch-up. From vaccines hopes to inflation fears, trade recovery to debt management - discover what 2021 might hold.

Capturing sustainable opportunities in an ever changing world
corporateNatural Capital
corporateNatural Capital

Capturing sustainable opportunities in an ever changing world

Natural Capital is the bedrock of our economy. Companies that rethink their business models & innovate to transition to a sustainable, nature-positive economic model will outperform. Discover more on the solutions, innovations and opportunities, from our experts 

Guiding clients through a pandemic
In the newscovid-19
In the newscovid-19

Guiding clients through a pandemic

Partner Holding Privé Arnaud Leclercq and Senior Private Banker Soumaya Hissoussi discuss how we have stayed close to our clients in the Middle East throughout the pandemic, and how our Islamic finance approach has been a real asset.

Biden’s cabinet picks for post-pandemic recovery
investment insights

Biden’s cabinet picks for post-pandemic recovery

The picks made by Joe Biden for his cabinet focus on experience and expertise, including Janet Yellen at the Treasury, that should support the US economic recovery post-pandemic.

Fondation Lombard Odier’s Inaugural Prize for Academic Excellence in Philanthropy
media releases

Fondation Lombard Odier’s Inaugural Prize for Academic Excellence in Philanthropy

Chaired by Patrick Odier, our Senior Managing Partner, the Lombard Odier Foundation awarded its prize for Academic Excellence in Philanthropy to two international researchers. Read more on the winners and finalists here.

COVID-19’s impact on your wealth : Five actions to take
corporatewealth management
corporatewealth management

COVID-19’s impact on your wealth : Five actions to take

It’s important to take the impact of the global pandemic into account when managing and conserving wealth. In this article, we propose five easily implementable steps.

Ten investment convictions for 2021
investment insights

Ten investment convictions for 2021

What’s next for post-pandemic economies and markets? We present our biggest investment convictions for 2021, across asset classes as the pandemic recovery takes shape.

The importance of Natural Capital
rethink sustainabilityNatural Capital
rethink sustainabilityNatural Capital

The importance of Natural Capital

We work to integrate sustainability in our investment processes as well as in our actions as a responsible business. From inclusive tools, database & key partnerships, read how we aim to drive risks and returns for our clients as well as protect the Earth’s most important resources. 

Paying a fair price for carbon
In the newsnet zero
In the newsnet zero

Paying a fair price for carbon

Our need to decarbonise has not been greater. Greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise and measures must be taken to rapidly achieve net zero. We can tackle this issue by effectively pricing carbon and investing in carbon sequestration technology. 

FX Monthly: Biden win unravels Trump risk premium
investment insights

FX Monthly: Biden win unravels Trump risk premium

There is more weakness ahead for the US dollar as the risks related to Mr Trump’s actions dissipate, and Covid vaccine developments accelerate. We see potential in select emerging currencies.

Aligning forces: preserving Natural Capital to build a sustainable economy
client updates

Aligning forces: preserving Natural Capital to build a sustainable economy

Discover our Natural Capital Strategy, inspired by HRH The Prince of Wales. Nature is one of our most productive assets and represents one of the most significant investment opportunities of our time. Read more here.

Aligning forces: preserving Natural Capital to build a sustainable economy
corporateNatural Capital
corporateNatural Capitalpartnerships

Aligning forces: preserving Natural Capital to build a sustainable economy

Discover our Natural Capital Strategy, inspired by HRH The Prince of Wales. Nature is one of our most productive assets and represents one of the most significant investment opportunities of our time. Read more here.

FBN Next Generation Lombard Odier Award 2020 champions the next generation of entrepreneurs
media releasespartnerships
media releasespartnerships

FBN Next Generation Lombard Odier Award 2020 champions the next generation of entrepreneurs

The Family Business Network (FBN) and Lombard Odier have nominated three exceptionally promising young family business entrepreneurs as finalists in the 12th FBN NxG Lombard Odier Award. Discover the winner and learn more about the finalists.

Vaccinating the equity market
investment insights

Vaccinating the equity market

As ‘value’ stocks begin to rally in the wake of news of a Covid-19 vaccine, we look at the impact and outlook for equity markets.
Lombard Odier launches Natural Capital strategy
media releasesNatural Capital
media releasesNatural Capital

Lombard Odier launches Natural Capital strategy

Lombard Odier launches a first-of-its-kind strategy which targets investment opportunities that accelerate the transformation towards a circular bioeconomy and a leaner form of industry.

The transition to a sustainable economic model
FT Rethinknet zero
FT Rethinknet zero

The transition to a sustainable economic model

The companies transitioning to the sustainable Circular, Lean, Inclusive and Clean (CLIC™) economy are the ones worth investing in. By investing in low-carbon and green innovation, as well as in carbon-intensive companies that are transitioning to net-zero, we can pave the way to a better future. 

Biden’s US Ambitions Face Limits of a Split Congress
investment insights

Biden’s US Ambitions Face Limits of a Split Congress

Joe Biden is set to become the next US president. But with a divided Congress, a less ambitious stimulus package is likely, and the US will depend more on Fed asset purchases and low interest rates to help fuel its pandemic recovery.

The philanthropy paradox: public attitudes to giving
corporate

The philanthropy paradox: public attitudes to giving

A new thought paper commissioned by Prism the Gift Fund, in collaboration with Lombard Odier, has highlighted an interesting contradiction in public attitudes to giving in the UK.

Up in the Air…?: The challenge of sustainable aviation
rethink sustainabilitymobility
rethink sustainabilitymobility

Up in the Air…?: The challenge of sustainable aviation

Reducing carbon emission from long-haul transport is a significant challenge. Yet, airplane travel could become sustainable as innovators look to green design, hydrogen power and biofuels. 

US election result in the balance
investment insights

US election result in the balance

The US election may leave Congress split and make a pandemic recovery package hard to agree, creating volatile markets. 

Bacteria: a weapon in the fight for sustainable food
rethink sustainabilitysustainable business
rethink sustainabilitysustainable business

Bacteria: a weapon in the fight for sustainable food

Chr. Hansen has three challenges: reducing food waste, eliminating hunger & promoting health. Read more on how this company is leading the transition to the CLIC™ economy in the bioscience sector.

Lombard Odier lays the foundation stone of its future global headquarters in Bellevue
media releases1roof
media releases1roof

Lombard Odier lays the foundation stone of its future global headquarters in Bellevue

Lombard Odier’s lays the cornerstone for its new headquarters. The building creates an optimal workspace for its employees and will offer an excellent client experience. Responsible, efficient and sustainable: the project reflects Lombard Odier’s vision as the bank of tomorrow.

Does Europe’s second wave cast doubt on the speed of its recovery?
investment insights

Does Europe’s second wave cast doubt on the speed of its recovery?

The global pandemic experience is diverging as Asia’s industrialised economies recover and Europe imposes new public health measures. A hit to European growth in the fourth quarter is inevitable, mitigated by continued policy support.

The legacy of lockdown can be cleaner skies
rethink sustainabilitynet zero
rethink sustainabilitynet zero

The legacy of lockdown can be cleaner skies

Cities worldwide have experienced cleaner skies due to lockdown. From London to Delhi, learn how cities are tackling air pollution & how investors could make this drop in emissions last.

A Democratic sweep could sweep USDCNY off its feet
investment insights

A Democratic sweep could sweep USDCNY off its feet

A full Democratic victory in the November US elections would push the US dollar lower. Discover our latest currency insights in the October FX Monthly.

Global energy at a tipping point
investment insights

Global energy at a tipping point

Slowing demand for oil and gas during the pandemic is accelerating the shift in global energy supply with an opportunity to re-price carbon and encourage the transition to alternative fuels. 

What can investors expect in Q4 2020? A more normal pace of recovery
investment insights

What can investors expect in Q4 2020? A more normal pace of recovery

As the global recovery is entering a new phase, our experts share their macro insights, asset allocation perspectives and forex views for the months to come.
Lombard Odier wins European, UK and investment thought-leadership awards
awardsuk
awardsuk

Lombard Odier wins European, UK and investment thought-leadership awards

Leading the industry in client service, investment thought leadership and wealth technology, as we win three awards at the European WealthBriefing Awards 2020.
Why there’s no sustainability without progress
rethink sustainabilitynet zero
rethink sustainabilitynet zero

Why there’s no sustainability without progress

To create a sustainable tomorrow, we need to continue to create knowledge, progress and be a dynamic society. This resilient future requires the transition to a dynamic Circular, Lean, Inclusive and Clean (CLIC™) economic model. We must change, adapt and evolve to build back better.

Investing in natural capital for better returns
investment insightsNatural Capital
investment insightsNatural Capital

Investing in natural capital for better returns

Our wasteful economic model depends on natural capital. To build a circular, lean, inclusive and clean alternative, we must go further and invest in existing and evolving technologies.

Lombard Odier launches Donor Brief on Mental Health in Association with the WHO Foundation
media releasesphilanthropy
media releasesphilanthropy

Lombard Odier launches Donor Brief on Mental Health in Association with the WHO Foundation

Created in collaboration between Lombard Odier and the WHO Foundation, the Donor Brief on Mental Health provides an overview of the field, its main challenges and is a unique resource to enable philanthropists to make a difference.

The Need for a New, New Deal
investment insightsclimate change
investment insightsclimate change

The Need for a New, New Deal

The responses of governments to the pandemic are a potential game changer. Opportunities to finance public infrastructure and sustainable technologies are increasing with the rising economic role of the state.
Is electrification the vaccine for a “CLIC™” transport system?
rethink sustainabilityelectrification
rethink sustainabilityelectrificationmobility

Is electrification the vaccine for a “CLIC™” transport system?

COVID-19 has exacerbated the need for change. Transport accounts for 14% of greenhouse gas emissions. Yet, unbeknownst to many, a vaccine exists for this. Electrification and alternative fuels will lead the mobility industry towards a CLIC™ - circular, lean, inclusive and clean - model. 

COVID-19 as an impetus for change
rethink sustainabilityclimate change
rethink sustainabilityclimate change

COVID-19 as an impetus for change

A sustainable future relies on companies that are ready to face tomorrow’s challenges. From supply chains, to mobility and fashion, every sector plays a role in driving our model towards a CLIC™ economy. 

Global Investment Strategy Q4 2020: Fragile recovery as US elections loom
investment insights

Global Investment Strategy Q4 2020: Fragile recovery as US elections loom

What can investors expect in the final quarter of 2020? While vaccine news intensifies, markets will also scrutinise the US election. We see major differences in how a Democrat or Republican victory could affect the macroeconomic climate and markets. Discover more with CIO Private Bank Stéphane Monier and Chief Economist Samy Chaar.

Ørsted’s metamorphosis from a carbon polluter to a renewable champion
rethink sustainabilitynet zero
rethink sustainabilitynet zero

Ørsted’s metamorphosis from a carbon polluter to a renewable champion

The best companies are not just those that offer sustainable solutions but also those in carbon-intensive industries that reset their business models. Discover Ørsted. A renewable energy firm that went from fossil fuel dependent to clean energy in a decade. 

Sewing a sustainable fashion industry
rethink sustainabilitynet zero
rethink sustainabilitynet zero

Sewing a sustainable fashion industry

Around the world, fashion week is in full swing. But this industry has a dark side. It’s a severe pollutant and carbon emitter. Many innovators and companies are working to tackle these environmental challenges by encouraging a circular economy, reducing waste and decreasing plastic pollution. Read more here.
Keeping the climate gains as the school gates reopen
rethink sustainabilitymobility
rethink sustainabilitymobility

Keeping the climate gains as the school gates reopen

The pandemic saw carbon emissions drop as many of us were forced indoors. Yet as school terms start and commuters return to the office, carbon emissions are creeping back up. Fortunately, many are opting for sustainable transport options such as e-scooters, bikes or electric cars to go green and avoid the crowds. Read more here.

ESG, sustainability and beyond
corporate

ESG, sustainability and beyond

Our sustainability expert Kristina Church discusses going beyond ESG to truly sustainable investing, at the Transcontinental Trusts International 2020. How will this field continue to grow in the downturn and beyond?

Covid vaccines; an economic shot in the arm
investment insights

Covid vaccines; an economic shot in the arm

The first global pandemic in a century has left deep economic wounds that can only be fully healed with a vaccine. We expect a breakthrough as early as this year. 

When working from home becomes the new normal
rethink sustainabilitytechnology
rethink sustainabilitytechnologymobility

When working from home becomes the new normal

As working from home becomes a normality for many, which companies offer innovative digital solutions to learn and interact online? What can we expect for the future of work? Governments and investors are keeping a close eye on this growing trend.

“Technology offers a clear competitive advantage”- Interview with Alexandre Zeller in Sphere magazine
In the newstechnology
In the newstechnology

“Technology offers a clear competitive advantage”- Interview with Alexandre Zeller in Sphere magazine

“Alexandre Zeller, Managing Partner and Head of Technology & Operations at Lombard Odier, discusses Lombard Odier’s latest technologies, innovations and digitalisation projects. Read more here.

Dollar correction has not yet run its course
investment insights

Dollar correction has not yet run its course

The US dollar’s overvaluation and current macroeconomic and political developments suggest further losses in the months ahead. At the same time, sterling’s trajectory remains subject to UK-EU trade deal talks. 

The UK’s twin challenges of Brexit and Covid
investment insightsuk
investment insightsuk

The UK’s twin challenges of Brexit and Covid

A basic UK/EU trade agreement is likely this year. While it would avoid the worst effects of a no-deal Brexit, it would also leave many challenges for the British economy.

The self-employed and SME owners: asset protection and tax-efficient investment during the coronavirus crisis
In the newswealth management
In the newswealth managementcovid-19

The self-employed and SME owners: asset protection and tax-efficient investment during the coronavirus crisis

Pension planning, especially during the current pandemic, is a key issue for entrepreneurs and those who are self-employed. Find out more from our expert on how they can protect their assets and benefit from tax-efficient solutions. 

Four scenarios for the US election through volatility and recovery
investment insights

Four scenarios for the US election through volatility and recovery

The US is facing its the deepest recession in history. And for whoever wins the presidential election there is limited scope for economic surprises. The risk for investors is market volatility in the weeks following any legal challenges to the vote.

University of Oxford and Lombard Odier launch strategic partnership on Sustainable Investment
media releasespartnerships
media releasespartnerships

University of Oxford and Lombard Odier launch strategic partnership on Sustainable Investment

We are proud to announce our sustainable investing partnership with the University of Oxford. Our five-year partnership will create an academic post in sustainable finance, the university will establish a training programme for investment professionals and, together, we shall host a joint annual conference. This collaboration aims to create a unique platform to support sustainable finance in becoming a major field of academic research and drive environmental, social and economic transformation.

let's talk.
share.
newsletter.