An alignment of interest

Our industry is built on innovation and the willingness to support and nurture new ideas.

And as fund management houses continue to launch a steady flow of new investment vehicles, it is perhaps worth remembering the inspiration for many of these funds come from the adviser end of the market. Operating at the frontline of client requirement and expectations, advisers are attempting to build broad asset allocation strategies against a backdrop of day-to-day client funding requirements like pensions and school fees. So it is unsurprising they have a clear idea of the kind of risks the end user wishes to take, as well as the returns they require. This knowledge provides a rich s...