Spectrum Q3 2023: No robots were harmed in the making of this report

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In a 1962 collection of short stories, sci-fi sage Arthur C Clarke postulated his third law, that “any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic”. Now, as we push through the second decade of the 21st century and into a future seemingly set up for AI, Clarke’s law appears more apt than ever. Through the […]

Sustainable fixed income: Five questions answered

Question one: How does engagement in fixed income work in practice? It’s a myth that engagement in the realm of fixed income is less effective than for equities. Our multi-decade experience of deep engagement with companies issuing debt illustrates this – and we have a solid track record that underlines how effective engagement can be […]

The lasting bond: Will global yields retain their highs?

With inflation concerns switching to growth concerns, fixed income investors could stand to make generous inflows. Fraser Lundie, Head of Fixed Income – Public Markets at Federated Hermes Limited, explains why. “The value proposition from global credit is comparatively interesting in the sense that we are coming off the back of a pretty unprecedented size […]

Impact Opportunities Equity, Q2 2023

Fast reading: Fears concerning the risks created by uncontrolled development of AI are understandable, however, they should not obscure the huge societal benefits the technology can offer. The health sector is one area where we see clear potential for AI to deliver positive impact. Digitally driven drug discovery will benefit society by unlocking solutions to […]

SDG Engagement Equity Q2 2023 case study

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If you want to go far, go together

UK Nature Impact Strategy

Federated Hermes appoints investment manager

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SDG Engagement High Yield Credit, Annual Report 2022

Turning engagement into meaningful change

SDG Engagement Equity, Annual Report 2022

Engagement driving evidential improvement

Impact Opportunities Equity, Q1 2023

The electric revolution