Wealthy investors have been attracted to commodities, and gold in particular, but with the future of the global economy uncertain, these holdings may not turn out to be the safe havens they were hoping for
Asset Allocation
Has the quest for yield gone too far?
Investors are pouring into investment grade corporate, high yield and emerging market bonds as they search for regular dividends. But they would be well advised to proceed with caution

Indian reforms re-ignite investors’ interest
The wave of reforms announced by the Indian government may be unpopular domestically but will open the country up to foreign investment
Harvesting the growing interest in agriculture
A rising global population and changing diets make agriculture attractive to investors, but the asset class is still in its infancy and standard private equity models may not be the best way in
High yield bond returns cater to risk-on investors
High yield funds have had an impressive year so far with investors drawn to their high levels of returns compared to equities and government bondsHigh yield funds have had an impressive year so far with investors drawn to their high levels of returns compared to equities and government bonds
Troubled waters require steady hand on the tiller
High net worth individuals dealing with liquidity events are faced with more obstacles than ever, making the wealth manager’s role even more integral

Burgeoning growth draws investors to the frontier
The growth potential of frontier markets is huge, and a number of funds provide investors with a way in, but these opportunities come with considerable risk

Appetite for risk returns but clouds gather in the East
Markets have reacted favourably to the ECB’s bond buying scheme and investors are taking on more risk, but China’s slowdown is worrying
Doubts creep in over emerging market outlook
Flows into emerging market bonds remain healthy despite low yields and worrying signs that China’s growth is slowing, but some fear investors will flee these markets if the good times come to an end
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