insights.

Central banks are getting aggressive. What does this mean for the outlook ahead? We review moves by the Fed, ECB, SNB and BoJ and adjust our forecasts. 

With inflation stubbornly high and growth slowing, we look at prospects for the global economy, markets and major asset classes in our second half outlook.

Food security is one of the most pressing problems facing the global economy. The war in Ukraine, compounded by extreme weather in other countries, threatens millions with hunger.  

Lombard Odier’s unique Strategic Alliance model has steadily expanded since 2015 to capture onshore markets in Asia. Read more here.

The ECB is preparing to raise interest rates for the first time in more than a decade. Where do we think they will go from here?

Only a quarter of the Swiss population has made a will, even though they can prevent complicated and sometimes painful situations. Discover our experts' analysis here.

Lombard Odier wins 5 awards in Tenth Annual WealthBriefing Asia Awards 2022, a testament to the bank’s expertise core strengths in wealth solutions, sustainability and family services advisory. Read more.

The Rouvinez family is the largest producer of organic wines in Switzerland. Véronique Besson-Rouvinez, representing the third generation of this ethical business, shares her experience and her vision of the future here.

Boris Johnson’s leadership is challenged and the UK celebrates the Queen’s Jubilee. We look at the country’s prospects as it fights a cost-of-living crisis.

The planet’s population is growing at an unprecedented rate and in a bid to continue feeding the world; we have overexploited our natural resources. Yet, innovations enable us to develop sustainable agriculture.

As we strive towards net zero, we must transition to greener forms of transport—and cycling is one of the best options. Discover how green mobility can deliver a cleaner future. 

It’s tempting to interpret a more fragmented, multi-polar world as ‘de-globalising.’ We look at how corporations and trade are adapting. Globalisation is evolving rather than reversing.

Meet Jean-Pascal Porcherot, who became Managing Partner in January 2022 and represents the asset management unit of our Group, Lombard Odier Investment Managers (LOIM). Read the interview here.

Lombard Odier and JBWere announce the official signing of a Strategic Alliance agreement. Having worked in close partnership since 2011, this agreement formalises the Strategic Alliance relationship. Find out more here.

The crisis in Ukraine has highlighted Europe’s dependence on Russia for its energy needs and precipitated the need to move away from fossil fuels. From renewables to nuclear power, we look at what’s next for energy in Europe.

Can the SNB drop negative rates for the first time since 2015? We assess the outlook for the Swiss economy and Swiss franc.

Private assets are under-employed in many portfolios. Their multi-year approach offers investors a way to spread risk while participating in the innovative drivers behind economic growth.

When purchasing the home of your dreams, it is essential to consider a number of legal, tax and financial issues to avoid unwelcome surprises.

What should investors make of the recent dollar rally? We examine this and the outlook for developed and emerging market currency pairs, oil and gold in our monthly FX update.

Lombard Odier Group publishes its new survey on the rise of sustainable investment and Islamic finance by wealthy investors in the Middle East.

Until US inflation peaks, and China’s economy rebounds to let supply chains recover, equity markets will stay volatile.

Can the economic boom in the Gulf weather higher interest rates? We assess the outlook amid a shift away from oil, changing working dynamics, and growing economic competition amid the GCC’s members.

Given Asia’s growing wealth, investors are increasingly critical of asset managers and their advice. Find out more about the top three factors Asia investors look out for when choosing a private bank.

At our sustainable finance leadership programme with University of Oxford, “The Race to Net Zero”, experts explored the risks and opportunities that climate mitigation and adaptation, as well as nature-based solutions, present to investors.

HNW investors in the Middle East are planning to rapidly increase exposures to Islamic and sustainable investments, a new survey from Lombard Odier reveals. Why? And what can other investors learn?

The dollar’s strength, driven by investors looking for a haven from slowing world growth and rising inflation, won’t lessen until the global economic outlook improves.

Discover how Klimato, a Swedish start-up, is combatting emissions in the food sector by labelling your food. Read more on how you can reduce the carbon footprint of your diet here.

What should investors expect from the Fed now? The US central bank has just raised rates by 50bps for the first time in over 20 years – what lies ahead could prove even more challenging.

We explore the role of negativity bias in headlines and investment decisions – a particularly pertinent concept in May’s difficult markets.

China has a dilemma. It cannot meet its GDP target unless it lifts Covid lockdowns. In a politically-sensitive year that’s unlikely. We see the economy slowing significantly.

The global investment outlook is under tremendous pressure. We remain cautious as inflation, rising rates and the impact of the Ukraine conflict cloud prospects for many asset classes.

What do we think will happen to the Swiss housing market in 2022 and beyond?

As the global growth outlook deteriorates, we assess the forces at work and position portfolios to meet the challenges.

Earth Day 2022 reminds us why we must invest in our planet and in the solutions that will help us reach net zero. From lab-grown wood to cutting-edge satellites, discover the sectoral shifts and innovations that will help us protect our Natural Capital.

Inflation, savings and shortages are all contributing to a ‘fear of missing out’ in real estate. We still see potential in select European property sectors.

Policy is a vital tool in the transition to net zero, but is it working? From plastic to coal, and funding to forests, we take a look at its highs and lows and what’s next from policymakers.

Why does biodiversity preservation matter from a financial perspective? Find out more from Dr. Christopher Kaminker, Head of Sustainable Investment Research, Strategy and Stewardship.

Heavy fuel oil has been shipping's energy source of choice for more than 50 years. However, this carbon intensive energy source is unsustainable in the transition to net zero. From bio-fuels to electric to wind power – discover how the industry is kicking its oil habit.

French voters must again choose between a centrist and a right-wing nationalist. The election is not about political nuance, but the potential transformation of the country’s international standing, and ambitions.

We caught up with Lionel Naccache at our LO Femme event in Paris to get his scientific perspective on how our brains work and the elements that influence our investment biases.  

We are proud to be receive 3 awards including Pure Play Boutique Private Bank at the prestigious WealthBriefingAsia Greater China Awards. Discover more here.

At Lombard Odier, we believe investors need to go further than a traditional ESG approach in order to limit the effects of the climate crisis and reach net zero. Discover our unique sustainable investing approach here

The Philippines is turning to hydrogen to diversify its energy sources as part of the country’s wider green energy transformation. Find out more about its climate transition here.

History is not on the Fed’s side. Most hiking cycles end in recession. Is this time different? Growth and inflation are much higher and the economy enjoys a post-pandemic buffer.

China faces tough choices as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues. Will China support Russia and risk provoking the West? And what will that mean for Taiwan?

Amid the astonishing resilience being shown by Ukrainian people, we look at how we can build resilience, and what implications this has for today’s policymakers and investment managers.

As the world transitions to net zero, some industries are proving harder to decarbonise than others. From hydrogen to the circular economy, heavy industries are slowly and creatively finding ways to limit their emissions.

Lombard Odier’s outstanding client service in a challenging year and powerful ‘Natural Capital’ marketing campaign were recognised at the European WealthBriefing Awards 2022 reception in London.  

Lombard Odier’s Asia-Pacific Head of EAM, Maurice Troesch, gives his take on the External Asset Manager landscape and how the business has seen steady growth in Asia-Pacific.

Discover how Patagonia are truly making a difference in the fashion industry. From recycled materials to second-hand platforms, read more here about the company’s growing efforts.