Fund Objective

To aim to provide a return.

View on Past Performance

Government bonds performed well amidst significant market volatility, as the failure of several financial companies led to major government intervention and industry consolidation. The market turbulence, combined with a weakening growth outlook and a reappraisal of the impact of the credit crunch, provided support for government bonds globally. However, long-dated gilts were sold off due to the potential for increased issuance that arose as a result of deteriorating public finances.

Future Expectations

Markets will remain very volatile. Despite global intervention by governments and central banks, there remain significant fears about the fragility of the financial system and its impact on global growth. Levels of growth are likely to be weaker than previously expected, and central banks are likely to respond by cutting interest rates. We remain positioned for yields to fall.

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