Navigating Global Seas: Unleashing the Power of Global Multi-Sector Fixed Income Strategies

In the broad universe of investment possibilities, investors are increasingly setting their sights on global fixed income strategies seeking to harness the diverse potential opportunities that span economic landscapes, central bank policies and an array of not only security types, but also capital structures.

Many fixed income investors have historically exhibited a home bias, however, an outsized exposure to one’s domestic market does not necessarily promote flexibility and diversification in search of strong risk-adjusted returns. Having investment opportunities narrowly defined to those available within an investor’s own backyard can limit the ability to uncover value when compared to the expansive opportunities across global fixed income markets.

This paper explores the compelling differentiators of investing in global bonds, focusing on the potential benefits derived from the diversity in economic conditions, central bank policies, security types, and capital structures across regions and jurisdictions—opportunities that may be absent in a domestic fixed income market. In our view, to identify the most attractive issuers, a disciplined investment process is essential, incorporating careful scrutiny of factors such as yield, curve dynamics, currency, and risk compensation. Additionally, we highlight that broadening an investors’ investable universe to include global fixed income can potentially enhance returns and strengthen portfolio resilience.

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