Connecting the Dots: Misconceptions and opportunities in ABS

18 min listen 19 Sep 24

A misconception that asset-backed securities (ABS) is largely the experience that the US subprime market went through during the global financial crisis still exists. In this episode, Matt Wardle and Harry Bullamore dispel the misconceptions around ABS which, once cleared, pave the way for investors to allocate to it, consider the uniquely defensive aspects of the asset class and where it sits from an overall portfolio construction perspective. 

Speakers:
Matt Wardle, Head – Investment Grade Structured Credit
Harry Bullamore, Investment Director


Host:
Romil Patel, Global Managing Editor.

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The value of investments will fluctuate, which will cause prices to fall as well as rise and investors may not get back the original amount they invested. Past performance is not a guide to future performance. The views expressed in this document should not be taken as a recommendation, advice or forecast.