Investment

Leigh Harrison, head of equities at Threadneedle, says investors must be careful to ensure the search for yield does not become a scramble.

The rapid growth in Asia’s economy over the past few years has been accompanied by an increase in the region’s sphere of influence. It is fair to say that over the past few years the pace of development across much of Asia has been palpable, particularly in the region’s largest economy, China.

StructuredProductReview.com's Ian Lowes says while there could be greater innovation in the structured product market, it is investors' lack of risk appetite dictating the the terms on offer.

Dion Global Solutions' Steve Martin discusses the advantages of devising model portfolios with multiple tiers of investment products, so wealth managers don't have to scrimp on personalised service for their clients.

David Hambidge explains why a full range of alternative investments alongside the traditional asset classes is needed to give clients what they want.

PSigma Investment Management's Thomas Becket, analyses the turn in sentiment towards the UK and whether this is stems from a genuine economic improvement, or a short-term burst of good news.

The constant rise in commodity prices over the past few years may have peaked but does this mean the commodities super-cycle is over and should you buy or sell the asset class?