Why schemes should embrace the opportunity in UK equities

Andrew Raikes sets out why asset allocators should be increasing UK equity weightings

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Andrew Raikes: The investment opportunity is as compelling as any I have encountered in my many years managing UK equity portfolios
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Andrew Raikes: The investment opportunity is as compelling as any I have encountered in my many years managing UK equity portfolios

There has been much discussion recently about ways to increase investment into the UK equity market, with both the former and current governments keen to encourage pension funds to allocate more capital domestically, while the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) seeks to enhance the London Stock Exchange’s appeal for new listings.

Having managed UK equity portfolios for over 25 years, recently celebrating two decades of running the TT UK Equity strategy, I wanted to offer some perspectives on the current landscape, what is c...

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