Investment Conundrums: Kames Capital CIO Stephen Jones on shifting portfolios to a 'resolutely neutral' view

Redressing balance amid slowing growth and fragile economy

Mike Sheen
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Kames Capital has shifted its portfolios to a more balanced position with the investment team weighing an uncertain outlook for global markets with a fear that "negativity" could be more expensive in the long run, according to CIO Steve Jones.

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