Allianz Global Investors is to launch a range of risk-rated multi-asset funds in response to growing demand for "outcome-orientated" solutions.
Emerging markets managers have tipped Russia to soar ahead of its EM peers in 2012, driven by higher oil prices, weak valuations and Vladimir Putin's economic reforms.
After a four year hiatus, Vladimir Putin won back the Russian presidency last week. Managers debate the consequences of his victory.
The board of the £40m British Portfolio trust has stripped RCM of its role as manager of the trust, following a period of poor performance.
As a tearful Vladimir Putin took the Russian presidency over the weekend amid allegations of vote-rigging, investors are concerned the win could trigger protests and market uncertainty.
Allianz Global Investors is to rename its onshore and offshore fund ranges in a move which will see it scrap the RCM brand it acquired a decade ago.