Risky business

RISK MANAGEMENT

Santander's Richard Moore and Patrick Smith on the risk management practices safeguarding investors' interests

In today’s challenging economic climate, with volatility affecting all asset classes, risk management has never been more important. Investors seek providers who can furnish them with good returns on their investments while at the same time endeavouring to protect their assets against unnecessary risks and volatility. While risk management practices will vary from one asset management company to another, the underlying principle of safeguarding investors’ interests is universal. Fundamental good practice should include ensuring portfolios are well diversified to reduce individual compan...