Exodus to gilts as equities market uncertain

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This week's Conjecture panel discusses whether UK investors' rush to fixed income will get them the increased security they seek

During this week's Conjecture debate we will be discussing fixed income funds. Uncertainty surrounding equities has seen a rush to fixed income as investors seek increased security, with a record £1bn ploughed into the sector in January, according to the IMA. Our panel will be discussing which sectors offer the most potential, in terms of corporate bonds or gilts, and comprises Mike Zelouf, head of international business at Western Asset Management, part of Legg Mason, Bryn Jones, manager of the Rathbones Ethical Bond fund and Kate Hollis, head of fixed income research at Standard & Poor'...

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