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Japan’s most consistent manager revealed

12:14 | 19 Nov 2008 | By Drazen Jorgic

Citywire's exclusive analysis of 88 fund managers with a five year track record in Japan reveal that only one has outperformed his peers for five years in a row.

Selectors build US equity weightings as they wait for signs of recovery

10:08 | 14 Nov 2008 | By Drazen Jorgic

Despite looming global recession, low stock prices have drawn some asset allocators back into the equity markets. But most are still extremely cautious, with areas such ascommodities and Japan equities getting little support, as Drazen Jorgic discovers.

Nicolas Walewski: quality player keeps his nerve

14:26 | 10 Nov 2008 | By Philip Haddon

He is one of Europe’s most admired fund managers and a stockpicker of proven pedigree. But what has driven Nicolas Walewski's performance and how does he plan to make sure it continues?

LGT's Simmeth avoids the noise and takes the long view

14:22 | 10 Nov 2008 | By Angus Foote

LGT’s origins and long-term owners give Michael Simmeth the backing he needs to support his managers through times of trouble. And amid the current turmoil, he explains, being based in peaceful Pfäffikon is a definite advantage.

Santander’s Eyries backs asset managers to rise from the flames

14:19 | 10 Nov 2008 | By Angus Foote

Elena Eyries, global CIO of Santander Asset Management, is working through a time of change. She talks to Citywire about meeting competitive challenges and why she thinks traditional fund management will emerge stronger from the current crisis.

The elite global equity managers who defied the crunch

06:31 | 30 Oct 2008 | By Philip Haddon

In Lipper's largest sector, global equity, only four managers out of 879 have achieved positive returns in the past year. Citywire reveals the elite few, including Steven Lehman from Federated Investors

Ecology comes of age as theme funds dominate global equity

13:04 | 16 Oct 2008 | By Philip Haddon

Christian Zimmermann has proved that ecological investments can be profitable, as well as salving investors’ consciences, and he is leading a green assault on the rankings in the global equity sector.

Late developer Chahine blazes a trail

14:32 | 15 Oct 2008 | By Jonathan Miller

The influence of Jacques Chahine’s techniques is far wider than his fame as a fund manager. But he has also built a strong individual track record despite his late start in portfolio management.

Leading managers cut materials and clash over Asia’s prospects

14:29 | 15 Oct 2008 | By Danielle Levy

The 30 leading managers on Citywire’s monthly watch list continue to reduce their materials and energy exposure, but they hold contrasting views on Asia.

Eurizon’s new model for multimanager

18:10 | 13 Oct 2008 | By Angus Foote

Alessandro Costa developed a market-leading multimanager business at Sanpaolo IMI. Now, working with new boss Massimo Mazzini following the merger with Banca Intesa, Costa and his team are adapting to a changing environment for Italy’s asset managers.

Some optimism on US equities but fears over the dollar and Europe

18:04 | 13 Oct 2008 | By Drazen Jorgic

As America struggled to find its way out of its worst financial crisis in decades, fund selectors were buying back into US equities. But it looks as if some asset allocators believe the commodity run is now coming to an end.

Madrid Fund Selectors Forum - picture gallery

12:22 | 09 Oct 2008 | By Angus Foote

All the pictures from Citywire's Spanish Fund Selectors Forum, held in Madrid on September 30th.

Eurozone's most consistent managers revealed

07:01 | 06 Oct 2008 | By Drazen Jorgic

Exclusive Citywire analysis highlights top fund managers who have performed well during both bull and bear markets

Citywire's Fund Selectors Forum moves to Frankfurt

11:11 | 23 Sep 2008

In October, Citywire's Fund Selectors Forum arrives in Frankfurt. The event is free for Germany's fund selectors, who will have the chance to cross-examine a line-up of leading portfolio managers covering a range of topical asset classes.

Inside experience keeps Hoes ahead of the energy pack

10:59 | 17 Sep 2008 | By Philip Haddon

From a hands-on start in US oil fields, Star manager Clay Hoes has put his knowledge of geology and energy infrastructure to good use at Riversource Investments and in running a global energy fund for American Express.

Top managers cut financials and begin flight from energy

15:47 | 11 Sep 2008 | By Danielle Levy

The majority of Citywire’s European watch list of 30 top managers have continued to reduce their financial holdings, with a select few starting to shy away from oil and gas.

Asset allocators still fear inflation but start to find opportunities in Japan

13:54 | 08 Sep 2008 | By Danielle Levy

Expectations that the US will recover before Europe, together with Japan’s potential, have directed fund selectors' attention away from European equities.

Evli selector Lindahl benefits from global view

13:37 | 08 Sep 2008 | By Angus Foote

A-rated fund of funds manager Peter Lindahl says countries in the Nordic region are noted for their international outlook.  Evli Bank’s selector of third party funds explains how that attitude brings clear advantages.

Best small cap managers find bargains despite volatility

00:01 | 03 Sep 2008 | By Philip Haddon

A small number of managers have made excellent returns in the small and mid cap sector, with bottom-up stockpicking proving to be the key to success.

Intervention on shorting is in all our interests

00:01 | 03 Sep 2008 | By Jonathan Miller

Jonathan Miller, Citywire’s head of research, discusses the reactions to new measures in place to regulate the shorting of stocks and the possible ramifications.

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