opinion

Firms increasingly exploring AI use to push gains even further

'Vision first, team selection second'

'This is an industry systematically delivering poor outcomes'

'Its aims seem not only less relevant but potentially problematic'

'The financial resilience of self-employed clients is essential'

'These labels matter because they influence how people view advice'

'We see AIM as a jewel in the crown with long-term appeal for the right clients'

'At the heart of the issue is a worrying lack of engagement'

'The design and training of AI systems inherently favour consistency and predictability'

UK equity income funds returned an average of 4.8% in the first 15 weeks of 2025