Word on the Street

As investors fear future market volatility, more companies are attempting to reduce risk by launchin...

As investors fear future market volatility, more companies are attempting to reduce risk by launching multi-asset funds. Meera Patel, senior analyst at IFA Hargreaves Lansdowne, says the trend for companies to launch multi-asset funds is a result of law changes under Ucits lll. Companies are attempting to capitalise on opportunities available through different investment tools, and offer diverse products to their clients, she believes. There is a growing consensus markets are in for future volatility, which means it could be an ideal time to launch a multi-asset fund, she notes. How...