InvestmentAdviser SUPPLEMENT 31 March 2008 >> Absolute Returns

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Just what are absolute returns?

Absolute returns are seen as attractive during the current market volatility, but confusion remains over their definition

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Having the ability to keep your promises

Are absolute return funds promising investors something they simply cannot deliver, or is it a case of manager skill being the true key to achieving absolute returns?

Opening up the door to European policymaking

The Association of Independent Financial Advisers is establishing a European advisory committee to liaise with the European Commission on retail financial services and give IFAs an input into European policymaking.

Out of the comfort zone

Long-only managers need to master a different skillset to run absolute return funds

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ifs sees rise in applicants for CeFA qualification

The ifs School of Finance has recorded substantial increases in the number of people taking the entry level qualification in financial advice.

Need an Adviser offers FSA visit countdown campaign for advisers

Joanne Roberts, director of online IFA Need an Adviser, has launched an FSA visit countdown campaign for fellow advisers on her compliance website.

Identifying the pure bloods

There is much confusion when it comes to defining absolute return funds

Identifying the pure bloods

There is much confusion when it comes to defining absolute return funds


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Threadneedle eyes America AR fund

Threadneedle is looking to launch two absolute return funds later this year, including a US offering.

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