The Opening Whistle

The World Cup has barely kicked off, yet many fans have already chosen their winners.

In this latest article, Portfolio Analyst Nimee explores why investors should be equally cautious about mistaking early momentum for certainty, and why patience, diversification and perspective still matter.

Crossing Borders

Investment management is increasingly global. Regulation and tax remain highly local.

Following a recent visit to TAM Europe in Spain, we explore how advisers are navigating the growing complexity of cross-border investing and why implementation is becoming just as important as investment selection itself.

When markets disagree

Bond markets and equity markets are sending very different messages right now.

The question for investors is whether one of them is wrong, or whether both are highlighting different parts of an increasingly complex global picture.

The Strait and narrow

Recent events around the Strait of Hormuz are a reminder that energy security, supply chains and geopolitics still matter enormously for markets.

In this latest investment note, we explore why markets continue to rise despite growing risks, the increasing concentration around AI-related equit...

A view from Hong Kong

Recent observations from Hong Kong highlight Asia’s continued dynamism, China’s evolving complexity, and why disciplined, selective global investing remains essential. 

We explore regional opportunity, geopolitical risk, and practical cross-border challenges facing advisers and investors today.

Quarterly Investment Perspective – Q2 2026

Our Q2 2026 Investment Perspective outlines our latest view on markets, portfolio positioning and key risks. Following a volatile first quarter, we take a balanced and flexible approach, reflecting both improved opportunities and ongoing uncertainty across global markets.

Experience Shapes Expectations

In this latest market update, we reflects on how a decade of quick market recoveries may be shaping investor expectations. Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, markets have continued to rise, reinforcing the belief that setbacks are temporary 

The note explores why this may not be a reliable guide to the future and why d...

Market Update: So… Who Blinked?

Following last week’s “who blinked” moment, markets have quickly shifted focus to oil prices, inflation and interest rate expectations.

Phil discusses what has changed over recent days, why markets have become more volatile, and how portfolios are positioned.

Who Blinks First?

Markets have weakened following a sharp escalation in US/Iran tensions. Rising energy prices are beginning to shift inflation expectations and could delay rate cuts.

Our cautious positioning, with lower equity exposure and limited duration, is helping to navigate the volatility.

Middle East Escalation: Market Perspective

Middle East tensions have escalated and markets have reacted with weaker equities and higher oil.

We outline the key risks, including inflation, energy supply and central bank response, and explain how diversified portfolios are positioned to manage volatility calmly and deliberately.

Investment Perspective Q1 2026

The 2026 investment landscape is finely balanced, with supportive earnings and policy expectations tempered by elevated valuations and persistent geopolitical risks.

TAM portfolios remain cautiously positioned and modestly underweight equities, selective in alternatives, and neutral in fixed income reflecting reduced mar...

A Healthier Kind of Volatility

Markets are becoming more selective. Investors remain engaged, but with greater discipline, as capital rotates away from crowded areas and towards a broader range of opportunities.

This environment rewards diversification, valuation awareness, and active decision-making. At TAM, we build glob...