As of mid-June, more May fund updates (our continuously updated post containing all funds is here) have become available plus some managers already have pieces out about the latest Middle East conflict (our 🇮🇱 Israel index only has a few (11) Israeli stocks as most have their HQs, etc. in the USA…):
🔬🌍 What the Israel-Iran Conflict Means for Markets and Investors (Northern Trust) – We analyze the impact of the conflict across stock, bond and commodities markets and on our tactical outlook.
🔬🌍 Quick View: Implications for crude prices and energy stocks following Israel’s strike (Janus Henderson Investors) – Research Analyst Noah Barrett explains the impact on oil prices and energy stocks from rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and how investors should think about the long-term impact.
🔬🌍 Quick View: Israeli air strikes further escalate geopolitical risks in the Middle East (Janus Henderson Investors) – Portfolio Manager Oliver Blackbourn discusses the market’s initial response to Israel’s attack on Iran and the implications for risk assets.
🔬🇪🇺 From deterrence to dividends: Investing in Europe’s defense renaissance (Robeco) – The re-arming of Europe offers investment opportunities both in traditional defense industries and their related stocks, though yields may rise on government bonds, says multi-asset investor Aliki Rouffiac.
🎙️🌐 Note: Qantas’ loss-making low cost and Singapore based airline Jetstar Asia Airways is closing. It acts as a feeder airline from SE Asia into Australia. This podcast is an interesting listen: Season 5 | Episode 6 – Balancing Growth, Costs, and Geopolitics in Airlines (PGIM) 22:47 Minutes
Airlines represent one of the most challenging and complex industries in today’s economy. With thousands of flights moving people and cargo around the world every day, airlines manage a “complicated logistical dance,” as Oscar Munoz, United Airlines’ former Chairman and CEO, tells us in this episode of The Outthinking Investor. The airline industry has adapted and evolved through technological innovation, consolidation, regulatory changes, and an increasingly competitive transportation sector—providing universal lessons for businesses and investors.
Amid a turbulent outlook, this episode explores how airlines are addressing a host of business challenges, from the threat of aircraft tariffs to volatile fuel costs and customer demand. Topics include business strategies that drive revenues and boost profits, the future of business and leisure travel, navigating antiquated air traffic control systems, the outlook for low-cost carriers, and reflections on United Airlines’ turnaround.
