Investec

Investec is launching an inflation-linked fund, targeting a return of CPI inflation plus 5%, as part of an expansion of its Managed Solutions fund range.

THE BIG QUESTION

Canny investors should have heeded the "clear signal" to buy equities in December, as they are set to rise despite the threat of a bear market in bonds, said Investec's Max King.

Wealth manager Williams de Broë will be renamed Investec Wealth and Investment following last year's takeover of the group.

Victoria Harling has joined Investec Asset Management to co-manage its Emerging Markets Corporate Debt fund alongside Peter Eerdmans.

Investec's Ken Hsia is taking over management of its onshore and offshore European equity funds as part of a reshuffle of responsibilities at the group.

Investec Structured Products is set to launch its first UCITS fund, which will be available via wraps and platforms later this month.

Philip Rodrigs is to take over as manager of the Investec UK Alpha fund as the group expands the scope of his mandate.

Investec manager reveals his stance following EMD rally at start of the year.

Investors are not yet ready to deploy stockpiled cash into equity markets despite the recent rally, said Investec's Max King, as they are "afraid of the bogeyman" or unexpected shock.