Investors flock to liquid alternatives as global volatility persists

Smart beta strategies gain traction

Interest in liquid alternatives has seen a sharp increase over the past year, according to the latest Investment Association survey.

The latest annual survey by the Investment Association has revealed interest in liquid alternatives is growing by around 40% a year as global volatility concerns continue to spook investors. Just under two thirds of EMEA respondents said they invest in alternative UCITS products, while more than three quarters of those currently investing plan to increase allocation over the next year. One investor told the IA: "Customer expectations have changed and are disproportionately focused on the downside - I do not want to lose my money but I still want 5%." Why should investors consider l...