Unigestion

Unigestion, the boutique asset manager that focuses on providing risk-managed investment solutions, today announces that it will pay for all investment research on behalf of its clients in line with the upcoming Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) II.

Unigestion, the boutique asset manager that focuses on providing its clients with risk-managed investment solutions, today announces that it has significantly expanded its fund distribution network by joining the MFEX platform.

While a moderate candidate is the most likely victor in our assessment, the situation remains fluid with little risk priced in. In such an environment, we believe it is important to protect investors in our multi asset portfolios from market shocks. We have tactically reduced exposure to financial markets and increased exposure to the Japanese yen for its defensive qualities in times of stress.

Unigestion, the boutique asset manager with scale, was recently selected as subadvisor of K Invest Low Carbon Global Equity fund, co-developing the low carbon approach with Kirstein A/S, a leading financial consultant in Denmark. The fund aims to achieve above average returns through Unigestion’s 3600 risk managed approach, while producing a significantly reduced carbon footprint.

Miles O’Connor has previously held the roles of Head of UK Institutional and Head of EMEA Institutional at Schroder Investment Management, and has over 30 years of corporate management experience in Europe. His track record of leading businesses in the financial services sector include senior management roles at Barclays Global Investors...