Last quarter I wrote about unusually low investment market volatility in 2017, and the likelihood that 2018 would not pass so calmly. On cue, a wave of volatility hit at the beginning of February, caused by a tantrum in the US bond market, and has continued since. Clearly, this year will be defined by more frequent ups and downs, so investors should remain wary.

One of the most favoured sayings used by wise investors is: ‘Don’t put all your eggs in one basket’. It’s a reliable and prudent notion – and here are good reasons for it....

We introduce our new Separately Managed Account (SMA) – this is an intelligent, low-cost way to own a customised portfolio of securities. We select, monitor, and administer the portfolio, while all the securities beneficially belong to you. This is an ideal arrangement for investors large and small – especially those seeking high skill inputs combined with time-saving convenience.