Investors may search for safe havens, but with so much uncertainty in the markets it is impossible to hedge a portfolio against all possible outcomes

Private bankers should concentrate on wealth preservation rather than innovative fee-generators

Wealth managers face an uphill struggle in selling both discretionary mandates and alternative investments in Asia

Allocations to developing markets may be on the rise but the Western world still has its supporters

Martin Gilbert’s willingness to discuss Aberdeen’s failures, as well as their successes, makes a refreshing change.

Institutional investors are moving into hedge funds but are private clients set to follow their lead?

Chief Investment Officers have taken on a much higher profile in many banks and must be ready to swiftly respond to changing situations.

A major transformation is taking place in the way private clients and institutions look at hedge funds. They need to rely on them increasingly to produce returns and need to make sure they choose a reputable manager for their money.