Lazard Asset Management

The world is evolving faster than ever and the decade ahead promises transformational change. Discover the key megatrends reshaping industries, economies, and societies — and why these structural shifts could unlock opportunities for long-term investors. https://lnkd.in/eeDSfpcd

In his recent interview with Barron's, Rohit Chopra sheds light on how emerging market companies are driving innovation, navigating global challenges, and unlocking new growth opportunities. Read the full interview to learn why the EM universe may be entering a new era for investors seeking long-term growth. https://lnkd.in/eJAcQazR

Markets remained resilient in the first half of 2025 despite a highly uncertain macroeconomic backdrop. But as the consequences or major US policy shifts become more evident - and as the geopolitical climate introduces difficult-to-quantify tail risks - investor sentiment could soon shift from complacent to cautious. Read more in Chief Market Strategist Ronald Temple's latest outlook: https://lnkd.in/e2_RDYUJ

We are very pleased to announce that our Emerging Markets Equity Fund has been awarded Global Emerging Market Equity Fund of the Year, a testament to Lazard’s 25+ years of expertise and consistent success in managing emerging market portfolios.   In addition, our Australian-domiciled Global Listed Infrastructure Active ETF has been named Infrastructure Securities Fund of the Year. Launched in 2005, the Lazard Global Listed Infrastructure Fund is one of the pioneering listed infrastructure strategies globally. The team’s disciplined and focused investment approach has been key to building a strong, proven track record of delivering consistent returns for clients.   Thank you to Money Management Australia and Lonsec for hosting the 37th Annual Fund Manager of the Year Awards 2025. Congratulations to all winners and finalists on this achievement.

Congratulations to June-Yon Kim and Scott Anderson for winning Citywire's Best Portfolio Manager Award in the Japanese Equities category. This well-deserved recognition highlights their exceptional expertise, dedication, and outstanding performance. See the full results here: https://lnkd.in/g8S7nYKe Capital at risk. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Lazard CEO and Chairman Peter Orszag officially unveiled our new regional headquarters in the heart of Marylebone, London, alongside Jeremy Taylor, Cyrus Kapadia, Alexandra Soto, and colleagues. Lazard’s presence in the UK dates back almost 150 years, and this move reinforces our enduring commitment to delivering excellence, exceptional service, and client-focused solutions. We're excited to continue our legacy in this vibrant city and look forward to welcoming colleagues and clients from across Europe and beyond. 

After decades of stagnation, it appears Japan’s economy is beginning to turn a corner. What’s driving the shift—and what could it mean for investors? Explore the structural forces behind Japan’s economic renaissance in our latest piece. https://lnkd.in/e4Ma4hxp

We are excited to welcome Eric Van Nostrand as Global Head of Markets and Chief Economist. Eric will work across our investment and research teams, bringing additional macro insights and market perspectives to our investment decisions.   Welcome to the firm, Eric!   Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/ebA_ej6h

Investors are rethinking the long-term growth story in Asia. For the first time in decades, Japan is coming out ahead of China. More on what's driving the shift: https://lnkd.in/eA8cwdxi

Many young investors are set to inherit substantial sums and are also more inclined toward thematic investing — a shift driven by megatrends like AI, healthcare innovation, and supply chain reshoring.   Steve Wreford, CFA and I explore why successful investing over the next decade will hinge not just on identifying the right themes, but on implementing them with precision, discipline, and foresight.