Bigger Fund Managers Are Not Necessarily Better
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Bigger Fund Managers Aren’t Always Better
Summary
When choosing investment funds, bigger brands may not be the best choice. Investing with well-known fund managers can sometimes be costly if the wrong fund is chosen.
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When selecting top-performing investment funds and unit trusts, bigger isn't always better. Opting for well-known fund managers might seem safe, but it can lead to significant losses if the wrong fund is chosen.
Many investors mistakenly believe that purchasing from a big-name fund manager offers protection against poor performance. While these managers do offer successful funds, they also market some that underperform. A top-performing fund doesn't guarantee success across the manager's entire portfolio. It's crucial for investors to look beyond the brand and scrutinize individual funds.
In the UK, boutique investment houses have gained popularity due to their consistent positive results. Typically, boutiques are independently or employee-owned and smaller in scale. They often focus on niche areas of expertise, rather than trying to cover all sectors.
Recently, boutiques have begun to rival larger firms in servicing retail clients. Last year, boutiques claimed the top four spots in the UK's best overall fund manager rankings. Big names like UBS and Standard Life slipped, while boutiques like Rathbone, Neptune, Dalton, and Artemis excelled.
The final quarter of 2006 was challenging for investors, with significant market downturns, yet boutique fund managers outperformed larger competitors.
Unfortunately, many private investors?"and sometimes even their financial advisors?"are unaware of these smaller, high-performing investment houses, missing out on excellent opportunities.
The same caution should apply to "star fund managers." Relying on the reputation of a well-known manager is risky since there’s no guarantee they will remain with their current firms.
Research shows just 15% of managers have stayed with the same fund for over six years, 43% for four to six years, and 39% for two to four years. Additionally, 80% of managers at the top 50 UK fund providers have left in the last three years, with 60% moving due to competitor offers.
In investment, familiarity doesn’t always bring satisfaction. Investors should actively monitor their portfolios and equip themselves with the knowledge to seize strong investment opportunities that might otherwise go unnoticed.
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