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Verdict Staff
Time for Alpha or Beta?
The remaining quarters of 2014 remain full of potential for investment returns, but require a strategic awareness. The volatility created by the mini-emerging market crisis and the intense geopolitical tensions in Crimea are reminders of the unknown nature of risks that can affect markets, even when the pure economic fundamentals are improving.
Integrated Wealth Management launches new office in Idaho
Canada-based Integrated Wealth Management has launched a new office in Meridian, Idaho.
Encore Capital to buy stake in Grove Capital Management
Encore Capital Group, a US-based specialty finance company, has agreed to acquire a controlling stake in Grove Capital Management, a UK-based investment group.
Hedge funds report resurgence in inflows from sources of private wealth: Preqin
Preqin’s global survey of over 100 hedge fund managers at the end of 2013 showed that managers also saw inflows from institutional sources; 41% reported an increase in assets coming from institutional coffers.
Morgan Stanley appoints new co-CEO for Asia-Pacific region
Morgan Stanley has appointed Gokul Laroia as its new co-CEO for Asia-Pacific region, succeeding William Strong who will retire in May.
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State Street Global Advisors unveils new short-term TIPS SPDR ETF
State Street Global Advisors (SSgA) has unveiled a new SPDR Barclays 0-5 Year TIPS ETF on the NYSE Arca.
Sargent Bickham Lagudis appoints new CEO
Sargent Bickham Lagudis, a US-based wealth management firm, has appointed Richard Lawrence as its new president and CEO.
Large growth in infrastructure investment from unlisted funds likely in 2014: Preqin
Preqin’s survey of unlisted infrastructure fund managers worldwide has revealed that the vast majority (71%) expect to deploy more capital in 2014 than in 2013.
AXA IM unveil 54 offshore funds for UK retail investors
AXA Investment Managers has unveiled new clean share classes for its 54 offshore funds in the UK retail investment market.
As global investor confidence rebounds, US investors are the exception: Schroders
Investors in the US remain cautious even as the majority of investors around the world have become more confident about investment opportunities, according to a comprehensive report of investor sentiment by Schroders.