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Is the growing number of absolute return funds a knee-jerk reaction to a fear of relative return products after market volatility? Will absolute return strategies prove their worth in good times as well as bad?

This week's Conjecture panel debates whether current yields are bringing enough reward for the risks take and what issues managers in the sectors are currently facing

Penny believes structure of fund helps him concentrate his mind on creating alpha

Wise Investment's new equity income fund will provide Yarrow with independence

Vast range of funds in IMA Specialist sector confirm diversity and reputation of their managers with performance figures over one year

Jupiter North American Income manager explains processes behind high ranking

Recent fund gains have been generated by stock selection and sector allocation

The ethical investing debate is an ongoing one. Other than appeasing their conscience, advocates of ethical funds believe they may have an edge over their non-ethical rivals.

With a plethora of new product launches, the Absolute Return sector is a ripe hunting ground for investors seeking to cash in on the cyclical popularity of the peer group

Managers cite good foresight and cheap equities as reasons for outperformance