Story by: Catherine Couch, Financial Adviser
Emerging markets should begin to show signs of recovery in the next 12 months, according to Hugh Hunter, head of global emerging markets for WestLB Mellon Asset Management.
Gam is to exploit the growing interest in absolute return funds with the launch of Gam Eclectic, a global equity long/short fund.
The prospect of tumbling inflation rates and further cuts in the base rate by the Bank of England could fuel demand for income-paying funds, according to Irish firm Bloxham.
Barclays Wealth has launched a new range of growth, income and protected investments.
Hexam Capital Partners is gearing up to launch a UK version of its £66m Global Emerging Markets fund before the new year to give UK investors better access to the product.
Robert Burdett and Gary Potter, managers of Thames River Capital's £13.9m Global Boutiques fund, have been increasing their defensive positioning.
More than three quarters of offshore advisers said flexibility is an essential component of offshore investment products, according Skandia International.
Witan Investment Trust has announced it will not be changing three of its holdings under review until at least the new year following variable performance.
T Bailey Asset Management has weighted its £148m Growth fund towards equity income and the US as value opportunities emerge in the sectors.
SVM Asset Management revealed September's turmoil hit its holdings in emerging market portfolios, although it added its preference for fast-growing economies remained undiminished.
Threadneedle’s Alex Lyle talks to Anna Lawlor on why his diversified investments are more than just an ‘index-tracker lite’
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