10 myths about structured products

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The UK Structured Products Association debunks some common myths about structured products

In November 2009, the UK Structured Products Association was created to protect structured products from unfair and unwarranted comment. Its members believe much of the criticism is based on poor understanding. Here, the Association responds to the 10 most widely heard myths about investing into a structured product. 1. Structured products will not work in portfolio planning Structured products are often considered as stand-alone investments and compared as direct alternatives to for example cash, equities or corporate bond funds. This approach is based on limited understanding of how ...

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