Overview
Are we on a path to ‘immaculate disinflation’? How wide is the investment opportunity from decarbonisation? What are the key market catalysts for 2024/25? Investment manager Scott Lothian and investment specialist Barry Templeton reflect on these questions and give an update on the Multi Asset Strategy’s portfolio.
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