CIO Mid-Year Outlook 2026: Adapting to the new investment landscape

From the evolving AI story to an inflationary backdrop, M&G Investments’ CIOs dissect a complex market where traditional rules of investing appear to be breaking down. Find out where they see risks and opportunities across equities, fixed income and private markets, and why they emphasise the importance of selectivity, diversification and a more dynamic approach to asset allocation in the second half of 2026.

Speakers: Fabiana Fedeli, CIO, Equities, Multi Asset and Sustainability Emmanuel Deblanc, CIO, Private Markets Andrew Chorlton, CIO, Fixed Income

Host: Mason Woodworth, Head of Investment Solutions

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