Opinion

Why retail investors are taking a punt on litigation

PDI caught up with a fund manager seeking to reduce the risks for those prepared to support a somewhat racy area of investment.

Asia-Pacific broadens its appeal

The region is attracting increasing interest, which extends beyond mainstream strategies to more niche areas.

Conflict makes investors question Europe’s attractions

The region enjoyed an unprecedented level of activity last year, but it’s possible capital may now look for other homes.

To go green, you first need a definition

Bringing together the popular themes of ESG and infrastructure should be a winning formula but our leading event in Berlin revealed some challenging complexities.

Resilience needed, all over again

Companies are likely to face tough times ahead, but certain trends can still be used to their advantage by fund managers.

A reminder that lenders still have issues with deal terms

Global events have been so momentous that debate has shifted away from borrower/lender negotiations. This week, they were put back in the spotlight.

Retail investors queue up – but are they being short-changed?

Challenging the traditional dominance of the institutional investor, retail capital is beginning to pour into alternative assets. But there are some difficulties that need to be addressed.

Is conflict a game changer for fund managers?

Certain sectors will feel further pressure from geopolitical events, while the policy of central banks may change. But the long-term momentum of private market investing is unlikely to be halted.