Journal of Asset Management
Scope & Guideline
Navigating the Landscape of Strategic Asset Management
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Portfolio Management Strategies:
Research in this area examines various strategies for managing investment portfolios, including risk management, asset allocation, and the application of derivatives to enhance portfolio performance. - ESG and Sustainable Investing:
The journal explores the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria into investment decision-making, assessing their impact on performance, risk, and investor behavior. - Behavioral Finance:
Studies focus on the psychological factors influencing investor decisions, market anomalies, and the implications of behavioral biases for asset management. - Risk Assessment and Management:
The journal covers methodologies for evaluating and managing risk in investment portfolios, including the use of quantitative models and alternative risk metrics. - Emerging Markets and Alternative Assets:
Research highlights investment strategies in emerging markets and the integration of alternative assets, such as cryptocurrencies and green investments, into traditional portfolios.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Climate Change:
There is an increasing focus on the financial implications of climate change, including how physical, transition, and regulatory risks affect asset pricing and investment strategies. - Applications of Derivatives:
Research exploring advanced applications of derivatives for risk management and portfolio optimization is on the rise, signifying a growing sophistication in asset management techniques. - Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets:
The emergence of cryptocurrencies as a new asset class has led to a surge in research examining their characteristics, investment potential, and regulatory landscapes. - Behavioral Insights in ESG Investing:
Exploring how investor behavior influences ESG investing and the associated risk-return dynamics is becoming a prominent theme, reflecting a broader interest in the intersection of psychology and finance. - Machine Learning and AI in Finance:
The application of machine learning and artificial intelligence to asset management practices is gaining momentum, with studies focusing on their potential to enhance decision-making and predictive modeling.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Asset Classes:
There has been a noticeable decline in research focusing solely on traditional asset classes such as equities and fixed income, as newer asset types gain attention. - Basic Portfolio Theory:
The foundational concepts of portfolio theory, such as the mean-variance optimization model, appear to be less frequently discussed, likely overshadowed by more complex and nuanced approaches. - Static Investment Strategies:
There is a waning interest in static investment strategies that do not account for changing market conditions, as dynamic and adaptive strategies become more popular. - Local Market Analysis:
Research that focuses exclusively on local or regional market analysis has decreased, suggesting a growing emphasis on global investment strategies and cross-border asset management.
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