Embattled sector tipped to struggle for some time to come
Investec Asset Management's hire of Threadneedle UK equity head Simon Brazier (pictured) and team, revealed by Investment Week last Wednesday, has transformed the company's UK retail offering overnight.
'The key question now is how to counterbalance equity exposure'
A cacophony of caution, worry, and fear
The US economy added 142,000 jobs in August, well under the forecast 230,000 figure, according to latest figures which have prompted a fresh rally in US treasuries.
Bond managers have said the European Central Bank's move to cut rates and start buying asset-backed securities in Europe means it is now unlikely to implement a mainstream QE programme.
Richard Pursglove has exited Artemis Fund Managers after just a year at the group.