Ciaran has worked in equity markets since 1994. After completing his Chemistry degree at Oxford University he joined HSBC Private Clients where he worked as an Investment Analyst. He joined United Friendly Asset Management (UFAM) in 1999 where he worked as a Fund Manager. UFAM was acquired by Royal London Asset Management (RLAM) in 2000. Ciaran left RLAM in 2004 and joined Invesco Perpetual in January 2005.
Fund objective
Objectives and Investment Policy The objective of the Fund is to achieve a reasonable level of income together with capital growth. The Fund invests primarily in shares of UK companies but may include some international and unlisted investments. The Fund may use derivatives (complex instruments) to manage the Fund more efficiently, with the aim of reducing risk, minimising costs and/or generating additional capital or income. The Fund is actively managed within its objectives and is not constrained by a benchmark. You can buy, sell and switch shares in the Fund on any UK business day. Any income from your investment will be reinvested. Recommendation: The Fund may not be appropriate if you plan to withdraw your money within 5 years.