The Final Countdown THE FINAL COUNTDOWN $ 28% 838 $15.6bn


The level of UK investors intending to accelerate their ESG investment plans following COP26. Source: HYCM


£45bn


The estimated size of the defined benefit pension scheme de-risking market in 2021. Source: Aon


64%


…of charities with a portfolio worth at least £1m sold some of their assets during Covid to fund their expenses. Source: James Hambro & Partners


The estimated investment in emerging markets during November. Source: The Institute of International Finance


71%


…of institutional investors expect to increase their exposure to private markets within five years. Source: Numis


91%


The level of institutional investors concerned about equity valuations, while 90% are worried about fixed income yields. Source: VALK


Quote of the Month


“Whatever gains momentum in ESG next year is likely to gain momentum for the decade.”


John Mulligan, World Gold Council 1.7%


The net asset growth of investment funds in Europe during Q3 to €20.8trn.


Source: European Fund and Asset Management Association


94%


…of asset managers believe diverse teams have a positive impact in their investment processes. Source: Redington


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Net inflows into gold-backed ETFs during November, the first month of positive flows since July. Source: World Gold Council


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