Investors Moving Away From Traditional Safe Havens: BlackRock’s Mateos y Lago

Why are safe government bonds playing a smaller role in portfolios now compared to the past?

• Because they are not available anymore.

• Because interest rates are much higher now.

• Because they no longer offer both yield and protection.

• Because they are considered too risky.

What is one of the reasons global investors are moving away from traditional safe havens?

• To reduce exposure to emerging markets.

• To seek meaningful yields in alternatives like Chinese bonds.

• To find investments with higher liquidity.

• To avoid high taxes.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a new investment consideration for asset owners?

• Cryptocurrencies

• Emerging markets

• Illiquid assets

• High yield bonds

What is a significant change in portfolio construction mentioned in the transcript?

• Focusing solely on government bonds.

• Incorporating dividend-yielding equities for income.

• Increasing the allocation to cash.

• Avoiding all forms of equities.

Why are asset owners now considering investments they previously thought were off limits?

• To follow a trend in the market.

• Due to changes in risk parameters.

• Because of new government regulations.

• To comply with international standards.