JO Hambro

J O Hambro Investment Management (JOHIM) is considering a name change, which would honour its co-founder, Richard Hambro.

J O Hambro Capital Management (JOHCM) is planning to merge away its European fund after assets dwindled to just £2m.

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James Hambro & Partners has seen assets under management break through the £1bn barrier after strong flows in the last twelve months, the group reported today.

Investors are struggling to find ways to beat inflation in the UK, with savings accounts paying virtually nothing and bond yields squeezed by demand, but there are a number of funds out there which can deliver for investors.

EQUITY INCOME

Morningstar has voiced concerns about the lack of succession planning in the funds industry and the reluctance of groups to hand over large pots of money to young talent.

As advisers digest last week's revelation that top UK fund manager Richard Buxton is to exit Schroders after more than a decade at the group, attention is now turning to where to invest next.

Jenny Cosgrave talks to three wealth managers about their top fund picks.

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