The "Higher for Longer" Paradigm: Navigating Mid-Market Realities
The current landscape is marked by a structural shift in interest rate expectations. While the ECB and the Federal Reserve have teased divergence in policy, the underlying reality for German and American investors remains anchored in a "higher for longer" regime. This macro-environment exerts specific pressure on traditional fixed-income portfolios, necessitating a pivot toward active management and bank-independent advice.
At HRK LUNIS AG, we observe that liquid macro assets are behaving with increased sensitivity to regional energy independence shifts. In Europe, the transition toward infrastructure resilience is no longer just a policy goal; it is a primary driver of investment opportunities in late-stage infrastructure projects. We remain focused on the emerging value found in mid-market industrial firms that demonstrate high automation and pricing power.
Strategic Insight: Geopolitical Volatility
"We no longer view geopolitical tension as a temporary market disruption. It has become a permanent portfolio risk factor. Diversification today requires an understanding of 'reshoring' economics and the revitalization of American manufacturing as a hedge against supply-chain fragility."
— HRK LUNIS Investment Committee
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