Flight to safety: What are the prospects for traditional ‘safe havens’?
Following equity and bond market volatility in April, what are the prospects for traditional ‘safe haven’ assets?
Following equity and bond market volatility in April, what are the prospects for traditional ‘safe haven’ assets?
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Henry Wix-Pollard, investment research associate at Square Mile Investment Consulting and Research, checks out the top performers and compelling newcomers
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Leading US software is too expensive to be adopted universally, but Chinese disruptors could meet that demand more affordably
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Japan’s smaller companies could undergo a surge similar to that of its large-cap peers in recent years, but a weak yen is holding the overdue rally at bay
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But what are the risks and opportunities for investors in this new technological space?
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Biggest opportunities are in simplifying the advice process,, enhancing compliance efforts and improving marketing and lead generation
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Spotlight on the small funds that are flying above market returns but below investors’ radars
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Only three US equity funds avoided losses in the week following, with small and mid-cap strategies being the worst hit
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These four funds delivered top returns despite having the lowest maximum drawdowns, negative periods and volatility
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Limited choice of labelled products, and the lack of passive funds are the biggest concerns
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Benefits for businesses that manage primary care products
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After last week’s Spring Statement, is the case for holding the unloved asset class improving?
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