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Edelsten: How to beat the slowdown in emerging markets 27 Aug 2013 | 03:45 pm
The manager says that investors are labouring under misconceptions about valuations in the sector and the health of China.
Funds that have beaten the crisis: UK small caps 27 Aug 2013 | 01:00 pm
In the next article in the series, FE Trustnet looks at the smaller companies funds that have managed to deliver strong risk-adjusted returns in spite of the numerous crises of recent years.
How do I ensure my portfolio is properly diversified? 26 Aug 2013 | 05:00 pm
In the first of a three-part series, FE Trustnet editor Joshua Ausden asks head of FE Research Rob Gleeson for basic tips to ensure that a portfolio is properly diversified.
Diversification or high-conviction: Which investment style suits you? 26 Aug 2013 | 12:00 pm
Marlborough’s Giles Hargreave and Unicorn’s Simon Moon look at the argument from opposite sides.
Tips to help you prepare financially for family life 25 Aug 2013 | 08:00 pm
As part of a series of case studies, FE Trustnet looks at how newly married couple Gaurav and Rizzi should plan their finances for the arrival of children.
How to profit from star managers' best ideas 25 Aug 2013 | 05:00 pm
Best ideas funds haven't been in vogue for some time, but their performance holds up under the microscope, writes senior reporter Thomas McMahon.
Sticking to your process matters more than performance, says Gleeson 25 Aug 2013 | 12:00 pm
The head of FE Research says managers who retain faith in their convictions following a short period of underperformance are vital for a diversified portfolio.
Luxury goods funds shrug off slowdown in China 24 Aug 2013 | 11:30 pm
Swiss & Global’s Scilla Huang Sun and Andrea Gerst explain why luxury brands are not dependent on China for growth.
The easy fix for the asset-allocation headache 24 Aug 2013 | 08:00 pm
Funds of funds allow the professionals to make the big decisions about which areas of the market to allocate money to, making them perfect for investors who don’t trust their own judgment.
Less is more: Why diversification doesn't always mean lower risk 24 Aug 2013 | 05:00 pm
Some heavily concentrated funds are significantly less volatile than more diversified ones, thanks to their focus on more stable sectors and better-quality stocks.
