"Team Transitory" or "Team Permanent": two perspectives on inflation

In the discussion of how inflation will develop going forward, opinions are divided into two camps: the camp known in the US as the "Team Transitory," sees the recent rise in inflation rates as largely transitory. The so-called "Team Permanent" in turn warns against a sustainably changed inflation regime. Chief Economist Marc Brütsch explains this in more detail.

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Media presentation on the economic outlook 2022 (DE)

Emerging markets: resilience in a challenging environment

Emerging market currencies have posted strong gains since the beginning of the year, driven by efforts to diversify away from US assets.

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Real Estate

Circular economy – resource-efficient construction

Sustainability is an integral part of Swiss Life Asset Managers. Decarbonisation plays a key role in this respect. But the focus must stretch beyond operational emissions. The circular economy also includes the grey emissions that are released during the entire life cycle of a building.

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Real Estate

Demographic trend provides impetus in the healthcare sector

Demand for healthcare properties in Europe is growing in line with demographic trends. Innovative forms of housing and adaptive care facilities are in demand. Despite temporary challenges, the healthcare sector is proving resilient and keen to invest.