Advisers have regained their appetite for riskier equities, according to a survey.
The AXA IM research found almost two thirds of advisers are confident equities would offer the best returns for investors over the next six months, while 69.1% believe the Far East in particular offers the greatest opportunities. More than half of the intermediaries surveyed say they expect to recommend global equity products over the next six months. This seems to correspond with their clients requirements. More than 28 advisers say they have witnessed renewed appetite for risk as clients seek alternatives to low bank deposit returns. The survey is the latest evidence of a recover...
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