Western Asset
Description
Western Asset's UK High Alpha composite includes portfolios that employ an active, team-managed investment approach around a long-term, value-oriented investment philosophy. These portfolios use diversified strategies and all investment-grade and below investment-grade sectors of the fixed-income market in seeking to add value while minimizing risk.
Objective
Exceed the benchmark return by 150 basis points annualized over a 5-year period while approximating benchmark risk.
Approach
Construct a portfolio using all major fixed-income markets and sectors. Value can be added through duration, yield curve, sector rotation, issue selection and non-UK exposure.
Snapshot
Benchmark:
Merrill Lynch Sterling Broad Market Index/Custom Index 1
Constraints:
Duration Exposure: ±3 years vs. the benchmark
Average Quality: A
Assets Under Management:
Total UK High Alpha Assets: £773.0 million
Inception Date:
February 01, 2004
How to Invest
Please contact your Client Service Executive or call our main number.
1 The benchmarks are comprised of the composite's constituent accounts' benchmarks on a market value-weighted basis.