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  • Anton Brender
    Chief Economist
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  • Bart Goosens
    Global Head of Quantitative Equity Management
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  • Caroline De Troyer
    Senior Equity Analyst
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  • Céline Deroux
    Senior Credit Analyst
    Bio
  • Christophe Dumont
    Economist
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For over 15 years now, Dexia Asset Management (part of the Dexia Group) has been provided renowned expertise spanning all asset classes. As experts in bespoke solutions, we are committed to adding value for our clients at all stages of the value chain.
 

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May
23

EquitiesComments

Our conviction strategy as alpha factor

Author : Geoffroy Goenen
Function : Head of Fundamental Europe Equity Management
Bio
The strong performance of conviction fund managers highlights the benefits of active versus index-linked fund management. But the most important strength for a good conviction manager is the ability to generate alpha.
Diversification is designed to limit risk. However, too much diversification may dilute the benefits of having convictions. Our more concentrated approach enables better knowledge and control of each investment selected to generate returns.
Value creation lies in stock selection, stock-picking represents consequently a key element in our strategy. Our main investment focus is the company as such: its strengths, attributes, and the value it can create, regardless of its sector or country. 

Conviction + Discipline = Performance

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  • May
    21

    MacroNews

    Euro zone: recovery far from a done deal

    Author : Anton Brender
    Bio
    In early May 2010, after a tense summit, the European governments announced that Greece had committed itself to a strict fiscal adjustment plan in exchange for which Europe would grant it EUR 110 billion in loans. At the same time, a European Financial Stabilisation Fund was established in the form of a mega-kitty of EUR 440 billion, raised to 750 after the IMF’s contribution. With this outlay of
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    0 Comment(s)Category: NewsTags: Eurozone, ECB
  • May
    15

    EquitiesComments

    Bank of Japan surprises equity investors

    Author : Ken Van Weyenberg
    Bio
    The launch of a fresh round of quantitative easing in Japan has created a shock effect. The emerging markets will remain under pressure, while the Japanese market is making great strides. In short, Japan is finally worthy of its place in a diversified portfolio.   Impact on the real economy   The key question is, of course, whether the BoJ’s monetary efforts will actually create economic growt
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    0 Comment(s)Category: CommentsTags: Japan
  • April
    19

    Fixed IncomeAnalysis

    The importance of diversification in bonds

    Author : Ken Van Weyenberg
    Bio
    Government bonds have performed impressively over the past 10 to 20 years. However, their upward potential has become limited, while the downward risk has increased significantly. The only way of protecting your balanced portfolio is with a an active portfolio duration management and extensive diversification.    Government bonds   The sharp decline in rates in recent years has come as no surp
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    0 Comment(s)Category: AnalysisTags: Government bonds, Diversification
  • May
    16

    MacroIn the press

    Economics Forum : Inflation or Deflation in Europe

    Author : Anton Brender
    Bio
    Monthly, on e-fund research.com, Anton Brender shares his views at the economics Forum.  The current debate is about Inflation or Deflation in Europe. Various economists and chief strategists are participating in this debate.   "Barring any exogenous shock, inflation should remain weak in the euro area over the coming months. Deflationary pressures are very strong: domestic demand has crumb
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    0 Comment(s)Category: In the pressTags: Eurozone