Meet the asset allocators: Rob Burdett, Columbia Threadneedle

‘Sometimes you need a sharp frost to bring on new growth.’ Rob Burdett, head of multi manager solutions at Columbia Threadneedle, channels his inner Peter Sellers in the latest Meet the Asset Allocators.

Interview with Emily Fletcher, BlackRock Frontiers trust

Emily Fletcher, co-manager of the BlackRock Frontiers trust, provides an update on her outlook for emerging markets and where she is finding the best investment opportunities.

Interview with Cooper Abbott, Matthews Asia

Cooper Abbott, CEO at Matthews Asia, talks about helping clients during this period of ‘uncharted territory’ and where there is room for innovation in the industry.

The Diversifiers: Barry Norris, VT Argonaut Absolute Return fund

In the first of a new series, Adam Lewis talks to Barry Norris, manager of the VT Argonaut Absolute Return fund about investing in uncorrelated to equities and bonds.

Meet the asset allocators: Amanda Sillars, Jupiter Independent Funds Team

Amanda Sillars, investment manager and ESG investment director in the Jupiter Independent Funds Team, discusses the future of 60/40 portfolios and the importance of ESG.

Meet the asset allocators: Fabiana Fedeli

Fabiana Fedeli, CIO of M&G’s equity, multi-asset and sustainability division, discusses diversification within 60/40 investment, moving beyond traditional asset classes and how to attract future talent.

Interview with Linden Thomson, Axa IM

Linden Thomson, lead manager of the Axa IM Framlington Biotech fund, discusses the cutting-edge treatments and drugs the fund is backing.

Green Dream with Aegon’s Miranda Beacham

Miranda Beacham, head of ESG for equities and multi-asset at Aegon, discusses engagement priorities for the firm, including diversity and inclusion.

Green Dream with Pollination’s Steven Lang

Pollination MD Steven Lang warns investors of the need to reassess the systemic risk associated with non-regenerative systems.

Green Dream with Hawksmoor’s Sarah Soar

Hawksmoor Investment Management CEO Sarah Soar discusses how her firm is starting to look at diversity and inclusion in its investments.

Green Dream with AVI’s Joe Bauernfreund

Asset Value Investors’ Joe Bauernfreund says investors are more willing to engage company management.

Green Dream with Newton Investment Management’s Therese Niklasson

Therese Niklasson, global head of sustainable investment at Newton Investment Management, gets back to basics on global warming.

Green Dream with CCLA’s Amy Browne

CCLA’s stewardship lead Amy Browne explains how businesses focused on employees’ mental health will see stronger share prices over time

Green dream with American Century’s Sarah Bratton Hughes

New York-based Sarah Bratton Hughes, head of sustainable investing at American Century Investments, dispells the myths around the anti-ESG rhetoric in the US

Interview with Magnus Wikner, Söderberg & Partners

Magnus Wikner, head of wealth management UK at Söderberg & Partners, talks to Robbie Lawther, about why the firm entered the UK adviser market

Why I became a financial adviser: Ryan Jagt

Ryan Jagt, IFA at Tenet & You, talks to Robbie Lawther about life before financial advice

Why I became a financial adviser: Billy Moss

Billy Moss, financial adviser at Beaufort Financial, talks to Robbie Lawther about playing professional rugby before becoming a financial adviser

Interview with Will Goodhart, CFA

Will Goodhart, chief executive of the CFA UK, gives Natalie Kenway an update on the CFA and IMC programmes

Interview with Jacob Laursen and Richard Garstang

Jacob Laursen, associate portfolio manager on the Global Equity Income strategy at Oldfield Partners, and Richard Garstang, co portfolio manager, discuss the case for contrarian value investing

Interview with Toby Hayes, Trium Capital

Toby Hayes, lead manager of the Trium Alternative Growth Fund, argues many perceived traditional alternative asset classes remain highly correlated to equities

Interview with Felix Wintle, Tyndall Investment Management

Felix Wintle, manager of the VT Tyndall North American fund, on reintroducing tech stocks and new US investment opportunities.

Interview with John Teahan, Redwheel

John Teahan, manager of the Redwheel UK Climate Engagement strategy, details why divestment is not enough when it comes to ESG investing

Interview with Will Searle

Will Searle, manager of the Dowgate Wealth European Growth Fund, provides his outlook for growth equities in Europe

Interview with Comgest US team

Christophe Nagy, head of US equities at Comgest and Louis Citroen, portfolio manager, discuss the key characteristics of the Comgest Growth America strategy

Interview with Matthew Norris, Gravis

Matthew Norris, head of real estate securities at Gravis, talks about the opportunities of investing in digital infrastructure

Meet the asset allocators: Rob Burdett, Columbia Threadneedle

‘Sometimes you need a sharp frost to bring on new growth.’ Rob Burdett, head of multi manager solutions at Columbia Threadneedle, channels his inner Peter Sellers in the latest Meet the Asset Allocators.

The Diversifiers: Barry Norris, VT Argonaut Absolute Return fund

In the first of a new series, Adam Lewis talks to Barry Norris, manager of the VT Argonaut Absolute Return fund about investing in uncorrelated to equities and bonds.

Meet the asset allocators: Amanda Sillars, Jupiter Independent Funds Team

Amanda Sillars, investment manager and ESG investment director in the Jupiter Independent Funds Team, discusses the future of 60/40 portfolios and the importance of ESG.

Meet the asset allocators: Fabiana Fedeli

Fabiana Fedeli, CIO of M&G’s equity, multi-asset and sustainability division, discusses diversification within 60/40 investment, moving beyond traditional asset classes and how to attract future talent.

Meet the asset allocators: Marcus Brookes

Marcus Brookes, chief investment officer at Quilter Investors, talks about the challenges facing 60/40 investing

Fund in Five: VT Downing Fox Funds

In this Fund in Five, we talk to Simon Evan-Cook, fund manager at Downing Investments, on the launch of the new VT Downing Fox fund range

Meet the asset allocators: Alec Cutler

Alec Cutler, director of Orbis Investments and manager of the Global Balanced Fund, tells Adam Lewis that 60/40 investing has recently become a victim of its own success

Interview with Emily Fletcher, BlackRock Frontiers trust

Emily Fletcher, co-manager of the BlackRock Frontiers trust, provides an update on her outlook for emerging markets and where she is finding the best investment opportunities.

Interview with Cooper Abbott, Matthews Asia

Cooper Abbott, CEO at Matthews Asia, talks about helping clients during this period of ‘uncharted territory’ and where there is room for innovation in the industry.

Interview with Jonathan Pines, Federated Hermes

Jonathan Pines, portfolio manager of the Federated Hermes Asia ex-Japan Equity Fund, shares a snapshot of the fund’s contrarian approach and quantitative approach to investing.

In the Hot Seat: Richard Saldanha, Aviva Investors

Richard Saldanha, lead fund manager on the Aviva Investors Global Equity Income strategy, answers questions from Natalie Kenway and Meera Hearnden.

Interview with Linden Thomson, Axa IM

Linden Thomson, lead manager of the Axa IM Framlington Biotech fund, discusses the cutting-edge treatments and drugs the fund is backing.

Interview with Simon Gergel, Merchants Investment Trust

Simon Gergel, manager of the Merchants Investment Trust, tells Adam Lewis where he is currently finding the best income opportunities.

Sustainable investing: Transition your portfolio into tomorrow

Jens Peers, Portfolio Manager and CIO at Mirova US, an affiliate of Natixis Investment Management, presents a high conviction, multi-thematic investment approach to global equity investing.

Sponsored Q&A: Vasiliki Pachatouridi, iShares

In this sponsored Q&A, Vasiliki Pachatouridi, head of EMEA iShares fixed income strategy, discusses trends in fixed income and the use of bond ETFs in 2023.

Interview with Iain Stealey, JPM Asset Management

Iain Stealey, CIO of global fixed income, currency and commodities at JPMAM, discusses why we will feel monetary tightening long after central banks finish hiking.

Interview with Katharine Neiss, PGIM

Katharine Neiss, chief European economist at PGIM Fixed Income, discusses the growth outlook for the US, UK and other regions.

Sponsored Q&A: Brett Pybus, iShares

In this sponsored Q&A, Brett Pybus, global co-head of iShares fixed income ETFs, looks at how bond ETFs have revolutionised fixed income investing.

Interview with Kris Atkinson, Fidelity

Kris Atkinson, incoming manager of the Fidelity Sustainable MoneyBuilder Income Fund, discusses how 2022 tested the metal for bond investors

Fund in Five: RBC BlueBay Asset Management

In this Fund in Five, we talk to Polina Kurdyavko, head of emerging markets and senior portfolio manager at RBC BlueBay Asset Management

Fund in Five: Capital Group UK Global High Income Opportunities Fund

In this Fund in Five, we talk to Edward Harrold, fixed income investment director at Capital Group UK

Back of the net asset value – ep 5

In the latest Back of the NAV, hosts Adam Lewis and Julian Marr decide that a change in their fee structure is needed after an alarming discovery.

ESG Out Loud: Interview with Chris Skidmore

Former minister joins the podcast to discuss the 2023 offshore wind auction, investment opportunities and hopes for the Autumn Statement

Back of the net asset value – ep 4

In the latest episode, hosts Adam Lewis and Julian Marr look back on a gameweek of missed opportunities and call on the help of Columbia Threadneedle’s Rob Burdett.

Back of the net asset value – ep 3

In the latest episode, hosts Adam Lewis and Julian Marr reflect on a slight upturn in fortunes and, as they go into gameweek four, question whether they are being adventurous enough.

Back of the net asset value – ep 2

In the second of the Back of the NAV series, hosts Adam Lewis and Julian Marr are joined by John Husselbee, head of multi asset at Liontrust Asset Management.

Back of the net asset value – ep 1

In the first of a brand new series, Adam Lewis and Julian Marr set about building the ultimate fantasy football team, guided by principals within the investment management industry.

ESG Out Loud: Interview with Trevor Williams

Former chief economist at Lloyds Bank Trevor Williams shares his views on nascent technologies and what the UK government should be focusing on when it comes to decarbonisation.