Darius McDermott: Four 'Steady Eddie' funds for challenging markets

When stockmarkets are rising and all around are talking about ‘record highs' and double-digit returns, it is tempting to opt only for the funds that are embracing the current trend - after all, no-one wants to be sitting on more modest gains. While clients are happy to talk about increasing wealth, however, the harder conversations come when markets suddenly take a turn for worse. More challenging market conditions serve as a reminder it is also a good idea to hold a selection of ‘Steady Eddie' funds in portfolios - funds that are able to generate strong risk-adjusted returns and provide...