Janus Henderson Says Geopolitics Put 'All Asset Classes at Risk'

The video discusses the rising geopolitical risks and their impact on investments, emphasizing the importance of diversification. It highlights the challenges faced by global markets, including threats to free trade and central bank independence. The discussion identifies potential investment opportunities in Japan, UK, and Brazil, while stressing the need for cautious portfolio management. Strategies such as reducing duration, holding lower beta equities, and maintaining liquidity are recommended to navigate the current volatile environment.

What is a key concern for global capital markets according to the first section?

• Environmental changes

• Geopolitical risks

• Demographic shifts

• Technological advancements

Why might diversification opportunities be hard to find, as discussed in the second section?

• All asset classes are at risk

• There is a lack of investment options

• Interest rates are too high

• Inflation is decreasing

Which country is mentioned as having pockets of opportunity in the second section?

• Russia

• India

• Brazil

• China

What is one strategy suggested in the third section to manage risk?

• Investing in high-risk equities

• Focusing on long-term bonds

• Increasing portfolio diversification

• Holding more short-duration instruments

According to the third section, why should investors not be embarrassed to hold cash?

• Cash is immune to inflation

• Liquidity is important to maintain

• Cash provides tax benefits

• Cash is a high-return asset