Gibbs takes low risk but unconstrained approach

Jupiter Financials manager Philip Gibbs produces growth of almost 700% over 10-year track record, building portfolio to just under £1bn

- Joined Jupiter in 1997 and has been managing Financial Opportunities since its launch. - Worked as a stockbroking analyst specialising in UK financial firms between 1983 and 1990 before a seven year stint at BZW performing the same role. - Manages the Jupiter Second Split Investment Trust, the Jupiter Global Financials Select Fund (Sicav) and the Jupiter Hyde Park hedge fund. - Qualified as a chartered accountant with Peat Marwick Mitchell in 1983. June 1997 is known for being the date the Bank of England first set UK interest rates independently. It was also the month Philip Gibbs l...