Structured boom continues

Morgan Stanley, NDFA and Barclays bring latest structured product tranches to market

Groups are continuing to flood the market with structured products as investors seek safety from volatile markets. Morgan Stanley's latest suite includes a commercial property vehicle, offering returns even if the IPD index falls by 35%. The group said the product should appeal to investors who want property exposure but fear the market may weaken further. UK Commercial Property Growth Plan has full capital protection over a 5.75-year term and pays 100% of any growth between 65% of the initial reading and the closing level. The index can fall by as much as 35% and the product will s...