The IA UK Equity Income sector is a notoriously challenging space for investors seeking diversification, writes Ken Wotton, manager of LF Gresham House UK Multi Cap Income fund.
With more than half the FTSE 100's dividends coming from just ten companies, it can be easy to disproportionately invest in a relatively small number of stocks. However, this herding has created value opportunities for investors, with small and mid-cap companies typically trading at a valuation discount to larger peers. Are these the best 'all-rounder' UK funds for income investors? Below, we highlight five companies offering strong income generation characteristics. Income taps flowing One hidden gem is Vianet Group, a UK market-leading data services business operating in ...
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