This on-demand webinar addresses the concerns of institutional investors and asset managers, providing actionable insights into adapting portfolios to current market conditions.

"Navigating Shifting Equity Markets: The Role of International Equities and Factor-Based Strategies"

Webinar Outline:

Introduction:

• Overview of current trends in equity markets, focusing on the pension fund shift from equities to fixed-income assets.
• The rise of factor-based strategies for navigating volatility.

Key Trends in Equity Markets:

• Insights from the latest 2024 Factor Performance Report: Performance of key equity factors like Value, Growth, Yield, and Quality across global markets.
• How market dynamics are influencing investment decisions (e.g., U.S. vs. international, emerging markets).

Why International Equities Are Under Pressure:

• Analysis of the underperformance of international equities over the past decade and its impact on institutional investors.

Factor-Based Strategies in a Volatile Environment:

• Discuss the increasing importance of factor-based investing as a way to mitigate risks while enhancing returns.
• Overview of the latest Factor Performance, highlighting key drivers in U.S., European, and Canadian equities.

Actionable Insights for Investors:

• How asset managers can leverage factor analysis to navigate current and future market trends.

Q&A Session:

• Open floor for attendees to ask questions about integrating factor strategies, managing equity portfolios, and navigating market shifts.

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Panelists:

Brendan Cooper – Head of Client Consulting & Research, Confluence

Alex Lustig – Account Manager, Confluence