Flexible mandate and gilts allow HSBC duo to navigate volatility

HSBC's Lunt and Pakenham cite gilt value during weakened economy and market uncertainty

Gilts have come to favour in the current conditions of falling equities and continued uncertainty and consensus suggests the asset class could continue to gain favour in an economic environment where rates are falling, inflation is trending lower and the economy is likely to remain weak. HSBC Gilt & Fixed Interest is among the funds in the market set to benefit from such a trend, according to management team members Geoff Lunt and Marcus Pakenham. At the core, this vehicle aims to provide a regular and attractive level of income via a portfolio of gilt and other highly rated fixed inter...