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Simon Evan-Cook, manager of the VT Downing Fox Funds, discusses the case for active versus passive investing with Merryn Somerset Webb from Bloomberg UK. A quick hint, Simon favours active investing. Find out why on Bloomberg UK’s, Merryn Talks Money podcast.
“I’m a true believer in active fund management, that much should be clear. This means that my natural nemesis has been the pioneer of passive management; Vanguard.” - Simon Evan-Cook, as quoted from his latest investment letter.
In the interview, Simon discusses the merits of passive management and his respect for low-cost, reliable ways of investing. However, he explains why he’s an investor in active funds and discusses how to find those managers who can make investors significant returns over the long term.
Listen to the podcast below, to uncover the reasons why Simon is such a passionate advocate of active fund management.
Downing launched the VT Downing Fox Funds range in June of 2023. The multi-asset range, designed specifically for UK financial advisers, consists of four funds of funds that differ by the amount they hold in equities: 40%, 60%, 80% and 100%. The Fox range is managed by Simon Evan-Cook and Alex Paget.
Please note that past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Capital is at risk. Investments and the income derived from them can fall as well as rise and investors may not get back the full amount invested. Investments in our funds should be held for the long-term and are higher risk compared to investments solely in larger, more established companies. Opinions expressed represent the views of the fund manager at the time of publication, are subject to change, and should not be interpreted as investment advice.
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