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Our food systems are wasteful, unreliable and unsustainable. As we face the reality of a changing climate, innovations and investment will be needed in order to feed a growing population. Now is the time to rethink the role of finance in the transition to sustainable food systems.

It is time to put nature first and focus our collective attention on the survival of all species. We can still rewrite the script this decade, from nature loss to nature gain. Read more to discover why 2022 is key for biodiversity. 

The long and costly Ukraine war, combined with other post-pandemic effects, will knock 1% off global growth this year.

Can the dollar’s strength continue? We give our currency forecasts and outlook, and foresee a weaker sterling and volatile times for haven currencies ahead.

Inflation and the cost of capital are rising at their fastest pace in decades. How will economic and business activity respond? Can central banks tame inflation without tipping economies into recession?

We are delighted to announce that Lombard Odier was awarded “Best Private Bank in ESG Technology” at the 2022 PWM Wealth Tech Awards.

How have cryptocurrencies performed for investors, and do they deserve a place in portfolios? We consider their track record, correlations versus other asset classes, and our own investment positioning.

The Bank of Japan remains the last dovish developed central bank. What does the return of inflation mean for stocks, bonds and the yen?

How should we be investing in this bear market? We discuss portfolio positioning and the second half outlook for different asset classes.

An exclusive new survey from Lombard Odier reveals the views of HNW Middle East business owners on succession, estate planning and family governance.

A new report from Lombard Odier reveals that business owners in the Middle East need to act now to safeguard their legacy. Why? And what can other investors learn?

In the latest edition of CLIC^® Chronicles, we meet Néolithe, a French start-up putting an end to landfill by 'fossilising' waste. Read more here to discover how technology is paving the way to treating heavy waste. 

Which investments can manage the challenges and risks of inflation, slower growth and rising rates? Discover our top ten investment convictions for H2 2022.

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.  

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.  

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

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.