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A winning mix of history and results
Henderson’s unique longevity and experienced fund managers all contribute to producing an investment trust range in good shape for the post-RDR era, says director James de Sausmarez
The art of time arbitrage
Florida-based Polen Capital makes potential portfolio members jump over high hurdles. It is a strategy that is paying off for its new Dublin-domiciled Ucits fund
Alliance remixed at triple strength
Launched amid the financial crisis, Alliance Trust Investments found that an established brand name was not enough and has reinvented itself with a three-pronged strategy
Pictet’s variations on a theme
Pictet Asset Management has $16bn in thematic products, with opportunities emerging where so-called megatrends intersect, according to manager Hans Peter Portner
M&G challenged by shifting sands
The changing market environment raises questions of direction for M&G as its fixed income funds turn in a low-key performance and some of its equity funds look ripe for a turnaround.
Mirabaud’s bid for UK retail business
Swiss bank Mirabaud is changing the direction of its $11bn asset management business by expanding its presence in the UK wholesale market, necessitating high-profile appointments.
An education in investment trusts
JPMAM’s Simon Crinage believes the firm’s UK investment trust business should leverage RDR legislation to achieve growth and raise its profile, particularly among advisers.
Miton marches to maturity
After a year packed with new hirings, product launches and a rebranding, the firm formerly known as MAM has established itself as a coherent group under a unified philosophy
BlackRock beauties on parade
BlackRock has built an investment trust range that offers niche funds and some unique strategies. Its modern approach could help increase the popularity of closed-ended funds.
SSGA lays down ETFs challenge
State Street Global Advisers is aiming to challenge BlackRock in the European ETF sector by targeting growth areas and looking to fill gaps in the market with innovative products.
Will specialist Gems move pay off for Barings?
Barings has reinvented itself as a specialist in global emerging market, fixed interest and multi-asset funds, serving a professional fund selector clientele that it expects to increase
