Multi-Asset

Lawrence Gosling with Franklin Templeton Investments' portfolio manager Toby Hayes

Lawrence Gosling with Franklin Templeton Investments' portfolio manager Toby Hayes

Can fund groups rise to challenge?

Beware global risks

Aberdeen Asset Management has launched four multi-asset funds for long-term investors following the introduction of pension freedoms this month.

An investor survey conducted by Legg Mason has revealed only 15% of UK investors are looking to buy a multi-asset fund upon retirement.

Barings rebuilds after big-name exits

Coram Asset Management co-founder James Sullivan has said he would consider holding 100% cash in his funds if such a move was right for market conditions.

The M&G Episode Income fund has seen a substantial shift in asset allocation over the past 12 months, boosting returns to drive it up the sector rankings.