A survey by Wyatt Watson has shown that fund managers have a bright outlook for 2009.
Fund managers believe that there are top three aspects they need to focus on in 2009 for investment success: adequate risk controls, portfolio diversification and added value through active management.
While the long-term effects of this global crisis will take some time to manifest, it is crucial for investment professionals to be thinking ahead so as to develop and implement winning strategies that add value for their clients in an increasingly unpredictable and competitive marketplace. The views expressed by this influential group give us some valuable insights and should inform how, why and when key investment decisions are made. says Carl Hess, global head of investment consulting at Watson Wyatt.
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