Last weekend, US fighter jets and submarines attacked three important nuclear facilities in Iran. The impact of the latest developments in the Middle East on the financial markets will depend primarily on Iran’s response and the associated development of oil prices.
So far, the markets have reacted little to the hostilities between Israel and Iran. Is the market development appropriate or is the risk of further escalation being underestimated? Chief economist Gerhard Winzer explores this question in today’s blog post.
Israel has launched air strikes against Iran. The targets are nuclear sites and military facilities. How are the stock markets reacting and what does this mean for portfolios?
Social impact investing combines the goal of financial returns with a positive social and environmental impact. But how exactly does this work and is it even possible to achieve returns and a positive social impact at the same time?
Today’s World Environment Day focuses on environmental and climate protection under the slogan “Our Power, Our Planet.” Find out how we, as an active investor, are driving sustainable change in companies in today’s blog post.
Water is not only a vital resource. The raw material also plays a decisive role in the manufacture of many products. Increasing droughts and dry spells are therefore also posing new challenges for the economy. In today’s blog post, we therefore explain how companies are preparing for increasing water risks and what opportunities there are for investors to invest in innovative water management technologies.
With the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’, US President Donald Trump wants to push through extensive tax cuts. Section 899, among others, is viewed critically. The passage could primarily affect foreign investors in the US and thus also weaken the US capital market.
The oil price recently fell to a new four-year low. Not only global uncertainties but also unresolved tariff disputes are weighing on growth prospects and thus also on the oil price. After all, oil is considered an important indicator of global economic development. Nevertheless, some oil-producing countries want to expand their production. What consequences would this have for the oil price, and what are the reasons for this unusual step?
Last weekend, US fighter jets and submarines attacked three important nuclear facilities in Iran. The impact of the latest developments in the Middle East on the financial markets will depend primarily on Iran’s response and the associated development of oil prices.
So far, the markets have reacted little to the hostilities between Israel and Iran. Is the market development appropriate or is the risk of further escalation being underestimated? Chief economist Gerhard Winzer explores this question in today’s blog post.
Israel has launched air strikes against Iran. The targets are nuclear sites and military facilities. How are the stock markets reacting and what does this mean for portfolios?
So far, the year 2022 has brought significant price losses on the stock markets. Inflation and rising interest rates are often cited as the reason. But why is that the case?
For many investors, a fund savings plan is a useful way to build up capital over the long term. To make sure this works, our expert Johann Griener has 5 useful tips for getting over difficult market times.
Inflation continues to make life more expensive and does not stop at the savings of Austrians. More about the future outlook and possible protection strategies.
Today’s World Environment Day focuses on environmental and climate protection under the slogan “Our Power, Our Planet.” Find out how we, as an active investor, are driving sustainable change in companies in today’s blog post.
The European automotive industry is undergoing a transformation on the one hand, and is in crisis on the other. Both consumers and carmakers in Europe seem to be struggling with the question of the future of mobility. We therefore take a fact-based look at the direction in which the (car) journey could go.
Around 8.7 million different species live on Earth – and they all provide important “ecosystem services”. This is precisely why the protection of biodiversity is essential. In the area of engagement, this year we are focusing on the chemical and pharmaceutical industry and are making contact with one of the world’s largest corporations in this sector.
