Insights you might have missed last week

Rethinking U.S. exceptionalism, human rights risks and Brazil’s vision

Explore this selection of high-quality insights that you may have missed last week, from top global asset managers and institutions.

Mid-Year Outlook: Resilience Is the Market Story (New York Life Investment Management)

U.S. fundamentals, AI leadership, and solid earnings keep markets constructive. However, persistent inflation and elevated rates make the path forward narrower and more dependent on profitable leaders.

To Balance Risk, Look Beyond the Obvious (Nuveen)

The divergence of equity-market narratives and intrinsic value makes disciplined active management a powerful tool for balancing risk.

Rethinking U.S. Exceptionalism: A Case for Diversification (Robeco)

For years one dominant theme has been rewarded: back the U.S. and tune out the rest. Now that assumption deserves a closer look.

ETFs in Insurance General Accounts – 2026 (S&P Dow Jones Indices)

U.S. insurance companies held USD 49 billion in ETFs at the end of 2025. This is a small portion of the USD 13.5 trillion in U.S. ETF AUM1 and the USD 14.1 trillion of assets in U.S. insurance general accounts.

The Impact of Ukraine’s Attacks on Russian Oil Infrastructure (OIES)

Ukraine’s drone attacks on the Moscow refinery have changed the flow and composition of Russian oil exports, causing fuel shortages in the domestic market.

2026 Wealth Beyond Measure (AllianceBernstein)

This edition explores how UHNW families are responding to change - where they feel confident, where they feel uncertain, and what they’re doing to prepare the rising generation.

Brazil Vision 2050 – Becoming the Fifth-Largest Economy (Roland Berger)

Roland Berger's Brazil Vision 2050 study sets out how structural reforms and global megatrends could lift Brazil into the world's top 5 economies.

Catching Human Rights Risks Early (Ausbil)

Modern slavery is not just a legal or ethical issue - it’s a material risk for companies and investors. For investors, supporting companies to improve standards helps reduce risk, avoid negative surprises, and contribute to positive change