Smith & Williamson launches Global Inflation-Linked Bond fund

Managed by Thomas Wells

Smith & Williamson has announced the launch of its Global Inflation-Linked Bond fund targeting investors concerned about inflation and duration risk.

The fund aims to provide a transparent, cost-effective investment solution for such investors, providing them with global exposure predominantly to government-issued inflation-linked debt. It may also invest selectively in investment-grade sterling inflation-linked corporate bonds with the aim of enhancing returns. Thomas Wells, part of the group's fixed income team who already manages the £484m Smith & Williamson Short-Dated Corporate Bond fund, will manage the new fund. Supported by the team, he will seek to add value through country selection, taking positions of plus or minus 1...