Equities
Brexit-linked volatility to have big impact on Europe funds
A vote by Britain in favour of leaving the European Union at the upcoming referendum on June 23 is likely to increase credit default spreads, dividend yields and volatility across Europe, according to research firm PureGroup.
Investec AM expands global equity income strategy to UK
Investec Asset Management has added the Investec Global Quality Equity Income fund to its UK product range.
ANALYSIS: Is there a future for single country equity funds?
European equities have been the best-selling asset class with European investors in recent history. However, this hasn’t benefited those funds that invest exclusively in equities listed in one particular European country.
Look to US equities for income while markets calm – JPMAM
While market volatility has eased it’s better to collect dividends from US equities than put money in cash or fixed income, said David Kelly, JP Morgan Asset Management’s chief global strategist.
Costs seen as top reason for ETF use, but income attractive
British professional investors are increasingly drawn in by the cost efficiency, liquidity and income earning potential of ETFs and ETPs, a study commissioned by Source UK Services found.