Europe

Vontobel’s experts discuss how geopolitics, inflation and credit are shaping the outlook for fixed income, exploring the impact of the Middle East crisis, diverging paths between the U.S. and Europe, and where value opportunities may emerge across credit markets.

2026 is already shaping up to be another volatile year for geopolitics, economies and markets. But one pocket stands out as a key beneficiary of the present backdrop.

Discover the Q1 2026 Euro IG Credit Outlook, highlighting favorable market conditions, robust credit fundamentals, AI-driven growth, and strategic investment opportunities in key sectors and maturities. Gain insights to navigate the evolving corporate bond landscape effectively.

With spreads well below long term averages and government bond curves pricing in what central banks are likely to do in the next few quarters, opportunities for capital gains through spread compression or sustained rallies in government bonds appear to be limited.

Explore the Global Credit Outlook 2026: A concise overview of key trends in global credit markets, from macroeconomic shifts and corporate fundamentals to AI-driven investments and market opportunities. Gain insights to navigate the year ahead effectively.

La turbulence et l’incertitude qui ont marqué les marchés boursiers en 2025 ont tenu les investisseurs en alerte. 2026 laisse entrevoir des motifs d’optimiste.

Alors que nous abordions le dernier chapitre de l’année, les marchés ont consolidé sur fond de prudence. Quels sont les facteurs susceptibles d’influencer le paysage des marchés en 2026 ? Vous le saurez en lisant le dernier Investors’ Outlook de l’année.

October brought the first serious bout of volatility in corporate bond markets for some time, with two high-profile US bankruptcies raising fears of a more systemic issue in credit.

Watch TwentyFour Asset Management's latest European ABS webinar with Rob Ford and Douglas Charleston to gain a deeper understanding of how regulatory reforms are reshaping the European ABS landscape and fuelling investor demand.

Amid tariffs, bankruptcies, and uncertainty, credit fundamentals remain strong. Elevated yields and solid corporate balance sheets favour income-focused fixed income strategies over government bonds, even as volatility persists.

AI-driven momentum trades and non-US value dominated markets in 2025. However, the sustainability of these trends remains uncertain, particularly given unproven ROI of AI investments. Amid this backdrop, quality stocks emerge as a prudent choice, offering both resilience and steady growth potential.

2025 Q4’s mantra is 'Bringing It Home,' reflecting strong global corporate bond performance driven by carry and duration. Looking ahead to 2026, alpha generation may become paramount as markets shift focus from beta.