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Macro Highlights Weekly 02.09.2024
Macro Highlights - 2.09.2024
Embark on a weekly journey through macroeconomic highlights, with a spotlight on Germany and China.  Read More


Company News Weekly 02.09.2024
Company News - 2.09.2024
Embark on a weekly journey through company news, with a spotlight on Berkshire Hathaway, NVIDIA and Naspers.  Read More


The Collapse of Credit Suisse
Clips - 3.09.2024
In a recent concise video, Marc Ellazidi , Fund Manager of Merill Funds, discusses the impact of recent banking crises on the fixed income market. Following the significant inflow into fixed income observed in August, investors are focused on how high-yield bonds have been affected and what lessons can be drawn for navigating economic uncertainties. The... Read More


Norway's History
Clips - 10.09.2024
In a recent concise video,   Marc Ellazidi , Fund Manager of Merill Funds, delves into Norway’s historical journey and its economic transformation. After gaining independence in 1905, Norway, despite its neutrality, was occupied by Germany during World War II. The post-war era saw the country rebuilding with U.S. aid and discovering... Read More


Norges Bank of Norway
Clips - 11.09.2024
In a recent concise video,   Marc Ellazidi , Fund Manager of Merill Funds, examines Norges Bank's pivotal role in managing Norway's Sovereign Wealth Fund, established from oil revenues in the 1970s. Norges Bank, founded in 1816, focuses on stabilizing inflation and maintaining financial stability. With assets exceeding $1 trillion, it... Read More


Norway's Natural Resources
Clips - 17.09.2024
In a recent concise video,   Marc Ellazidi , Fund Manager of Merill Funds, explores Norway's role as a major global player due to its substantial natural gas and oil reserves. Supplying around 25% of Europe’s natural gas and producing about 2 million barrels of oil daily, Norway also has significant mineral resources, including rare earth... Read More


Salmon Farming on Norway
Clips - 19.09.2024
In a recent concise video,  Marc Ellazidi , Fund Manager of Merill Funds, explores Norway’s prominent role as a global salmon producer. With over 1,000 farms dedicated to sustainable practices and major companies like Mowi and Leroy Seafood leading the industry, Norway makes a significant economic contribution while upholding high production... Read More


Timing of the Fixed Income Market
Clips - 4.09.2024
In a recent concise video, Marc Ellazidi , Fund Manager of Merill Funds, addresses the current complexities in the fixed income market, where bond yields suggest a potential economic slowdown, yet equities remain strong, creating investor uncertainty. Marc discusses the impact of recent banking crises on high-yield bonds and emphasizes the importance of... Read More


Fund’s Volatility
Clips - 5.09.2024
In a recent concise video, Marc Ellazidi , Fund Manager of Merill Funds, explains the role of volatility in funds, where higher volatility reflects greater risk and potential rewards, while lower volatility suggests more stable performance. Marc emphasizes the importance of balancing risk and returns for a consistent investment experience, discussing... Read More


Macro Highlights Weekly 09.09.2024
Macro Highlights - 9.09.2024
Embark on a weekly journey through macroeconomic highlights, with a spotlight on European PMIs, US Economic Indicators: ISM, Payroll and Crude Oil.  Read More