Fund buyers see M&G Global Basics rebrand as chance to 'revitalise' fund

But facing tough competition in the sector

Laura Dew
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Fund selectors believe the decision by M&G to widen the investment universe of its £2.1bn Global Basics fund could be a way to further rejuvenate the 40-year product, after a turbulent performance history.

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