Defensive fixed income must work harder and use a more flexible approach, Henrietta Pacquement, lead portfolio manager at ECM asset management, said at a briefing in London today.

In a rising rate environment, with global markets’ growth prospects looking up, but likely to remain volatile, Pacquement explained how clients can improve the risk/return profile of their fixed income portfolio.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Data Insights

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more

ECM asset management uses Multi Asset Credit (MAC) strategies to hedge interest rate risk. Through this hedging, unlike traditional bond allocations, a multi asset credit mandate is largely insulated from potential future rises in interest rates, the group explained.

Pacquement outlined how to apply MAC techniques to shorter duration credits via yield enhancement, small bond allocation and flexibility in currency investments.

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.