Investment Strategy
Investment | 6 Jul 17
Ultra-wealthy missing out on ‘huge returns’
Risk averse high-net worth investors are losing out on significant returns, as more than a third of the average portfolio is held in cash new analysis by UBS has revealed.
Recession risk is on the rise – the key factors to watch
While markets could remain complacent and expensive for a long time, recession risk is rising, says asset manager Robeco. Fidelity is also increasingly cautious, expecting “the longest equity bull market since World War II” to end within 18 months.
Best and worst funds in Asia in June 2017
UBS, Allianz, Schroders, Blackrock and Castlestone have funds that are among the best and the worst performers in June 2017.
Investment | 3 Jul 17
ANALYSIS: Income investors on alert as dividend cover plummets
UK income investors are on high alert after research revealed that dividend cover for companies listed in the FTSE 350 has fallen 18% in the past year, hitting its lowest level for seven years.
Alternatives | 3 Jul 17
Still life in alternatives despite bubble fears, says Kames
Alternative investments from aircraft leasing to renewable energy are still an attractive option for multi-asset funds, despite fears the asset class is approaching bubble territory, says Kames Capital’s senior multi-asset investment specialist, Nick Edwardson.