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+ 1.6 %
+ 3.3 %
+ 1.9 %
- 0.6 %
+ 6.5 %
+ 3.3 %
+ 0.9 %
- 3.0 %
+ 6.0 %
+ 6.8 %
Net Asset Value
142.05 $
Asset Under Management
5 198 M €
Modified Duration
30/04/2025
1.8
SFDR - Fund Classification
Article
8
Data as of: May 30, 2025.
Data as of: Jun 6, 2025.
Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future performance. Performances are net of fees (excluding possible entrance fees charged by the distributor). The return may increase or decrease as a result of currency fluctuations, for the shares which are not currency-hedged. The Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) 2019/2088 is a European regulation that requires asset managers to classify their funds as either 'Article 8' funds, which promote environmental and social characteristics, 'Article 9' funds, which make sustainable investments with measurable objectives, or 'Article 6' funds, which do not necessarily have a sustainability objective. For more information please refer to https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2019/2088/oj.
The announcement of a moratorium on tariffs between the US and China reignited risk appetite, resulting in a 50bp tightening of credit spreads on the Itraxx Xover index in May.- The Federal Reserve kept its key rates in the 4.25% to 4.50% range as the US labor market continued to show resilience with better-than-expected job creation and stable unemployment.
In the eurozone, amid fragile economic growth, the ECB cut its rates by 0.25%, as expected by the market.
In Japan, uncertainty continues to grow. Inflation reached 3.6% year-on-year at the end of April and long-term rates hit record highs following limited interest from domestic investors in Japanese bonds.
Rates rose in May, particularly in the United States, where the 10-year rate rose by +24 bp, while its German counterpart rose by +6 bp.
Performance commentary
In an uncertain market environment, the fund delivered a positive absolute performance, outperforming its benchmark over the month.- On the sovereign bond bucket, our steepening strategies impacted performance, particularly due to a slight easing in French and Italian long-term rates, leading to a slight flattening of the yield curves. In credit, the portfolio benefited from its carry strategies, with a positive contribution from our financial and energy sector bonds.
Finally, the portfolio benefited from our selection of collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) and our exposure to money market instruments.
Outlook strategy
Given the risks associated with the uncertainty caused by the introduction of customs tariffs, geopolitical conflicts and budgetary issues in a context of increasingly strained valuations in certain markets, the portfolio maintains a balanced positioning with modified duration declining slightly during the month from 1.8 to 1.6. This modified duration is mainly concentrated in the short end of the curve.- On the one hand, the portfolio benefits from a significant allocation to credit, mainly invested in short-term, well-rated corporate bonds and CLOs, which offer an attractive source of carry and reduced beta relative to market volatility.
On the other hand, we are taking a cautious stance on rates, particularly in Europe, where we favor a yield curve steepening strategy and have a strong appetite for inflation products, given the fiscal expansion in Europe.
We are also maintaining protection on the credit market (iTraxx Xover), as markets are trading at tight levels amid economic and geopolitical uncertainty.
Finally, we have allocated part of the portfolio to money market instruments, which are an attractive source of carry with limited risk.
Below are the key figures for the Fund, which will give you a clearer idea of the Fund's management and bond positioning.
Exposure Data
Data as of: May 30, 2025.
Modified Duration1.8
Yield to Maturity3.6 %
Average Coupon3.3 %
Number of Issuers206
Number of Bonds329
Average RatingA-
Yield to Maturity (YTM) is the estimated annual rate of return expected on a bond if held until maturity and assuming all payments made as scheduled and reinvested at this rate. For perpetual bonds, the next call date is used for computation. Note that the yield shown does not take into account the FX carry and fees and expenses of the portfolio. The portfolio’s YTM is the weighted average individual bonds holdings' YTMs within the portfolio.
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The Fund is a common fund in contractual form (FCP) conforming to the UCITS Directive under French law.
The information presented above is not contractually binding and does not constitute investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Performances are net of fees (excluding possible entrance fees charged by the distributor), where applicable. Investors may lose some or all of their capital, as the capital in the UCI is not guaranteed. Access to the products and services presented herein may be restricted for some individuals or countries. Taxation depends on the situation of the individual. The risks, fees and recommended investment period for the UCI presented are detailed in the KIDs (key information documents) and prospectuses available on this website. The KID must be made available to the subscriber prior to purchase.). The reference to a ranking or prize, is no guarantee of the future results of the UCITS or the manager.
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