
Global investors shifting back to equities, survey finds
Investors are shifting away from US-heavy passive strategies towards active, globally diversified portfolios, according to Schroders’ Global Investor Insights Survey.

Investors are shifting away from US-heavy passive strategies towards active, globally diversified portfolios, according to Schroders’ Global Investor Insights Survey.

Amid heightened geopolitical risk, investors chasing offshore returns should temper expectations for US stocks and prioritise true diversification, says Orbis’s Rob Perrone.

Assets under management grew to a R3.8 trillion, up 13.7% year-on-year, supported by strong equity market performance.

Jittery investors continue to forego the benefits of remaining invested in equity portfolios over the long term.