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 annually over the course of a market cycle 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:
Custom Index*
Constraints:
Duration Exposure: ±3 years vs. the benchmark
Average Quality: A
Assets Under Management:
Total UK High Alpha Assets:
£332.2 million (as of December 31, 2011)
Inception Date:
01 Feb 04
How to Invest
Please contact your Client Service Executive or call our main number.
The benchmark is comprised of the composite's constituent accounts' benchmarks on a market value-weighted basis.