Investment process

Risk budget. Asset allocation. Manager selection. Risk management…

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Our expert team will partner with you to manage your investments.

We begin by working with you to tailor a suitable mandate, with appropriate risk levels and benchmarks. Risk levels are set with reference to global equity markets. We measure investment risk principally (but not exclusively) by the volatility of portfolio returns over a rolling 36-month period. Focusing on your risk budget at the outset improves our ability to provide insight as to how your investment journey may look, whilst also allowing us to align your portfolio with your growth ambitions.

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Asset Allocation

Asset allocation decisions are shaped by our Asset Allocation Committee using several key inputs:

Asset class valuations and expected returns
Fundamental macro-economic analysis
Technical and quantitative analysis
Knowledge and experience of the asset allocation committee

These inputs are considered by the committee over a wide range of different time horizons. Reference is made to consensus opinion as part of the thought process, but it is not a constraint on any decision.

Manager Selection

Once the most appropriate asset allocation is determined for each portfolio, capital is assigned to the various asset classes via an allocation to third party managers by the Investment Committee.

The manager selection process uses both quantitative and qualitative analysis to differentiate genuinely skilful managers from those who deliver average or below average performance.

We use bespoke quantitative analysis tools to identify real manager skill, while the qualitative analysis focuses around consistency in the following areas:

The manager, their team and the firm itself
The investment process
The liquidity of the portfolio
Environmental, Social and Governance factors
Cost

If exceptional managers cannot be identified and the exposure to the underlying asset is still desirable, then we will use passive funds to implement the decision.

David Cooke, CIO

“By following this proven, repeatable process, we are able to identify the probability of outperformance in a statistically robust way and can make informed investment decisions that are tailored to the needs of each individual.”

David Cooke, CIO

Risk Management

The Investment Committee monitors multiple measures of risk across all portfolios, with a focus on the expected volatility of portfolios. If the output is at the top of the tolerance level for the given risk band, action will be taken to reduce risks until the portfolio is back in line with the respective budget allowance. Volatility will be measured over multiple time periods as part of risk monitoring, with portfolios being managed to a 36-month volatility time period.

The Risk Committee provides oversight and is responsible for risk management.

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Our team can recommend an investment strategy to meet your financial objectives and give you peace of mind that your investments are in good hands. Get in touch to discuss how we can help you.

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Investment management

We are unconstrained, multi-asset class investors with an award winning track record. The asset management team serves both institutions and individuals. This focus and experience means our UK private clients have access to superior investment solutions that are typically unavailable to retail clients.

Track record

We have a long track record of producing superior risk-adjusted returns for our clients. This is in part due to our ability to consistently identify third-party investment managers who outperform their benchmarks. We do this through a proprietary ‘Five Factor’ model designed to identify investment manager capability.

Sustainable investing

We believe in responsible investment management, and so assess Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors are assessed prior to making any investment decision. We then continue to work closely with third party managers on an ongoing basis to improve their ESG performance.

Professionals

Our expert investment management team has an established history of working in partnership with professional intermediaries. We help provide the support your clients may need and understand the requirements of each separate case prior to designing a suitable investment strategy.

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Saltus Asset Management is a trading name of Saltus Partners LLP which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Information is correct to the best of our understanding as at the date of publication. Nothing within this content is intended as, or can be relied upon, as financial advice. Capital is at risk. You may get back less than you invested. Tax rules may change and the value of tax reliefs depends on your individual circumstances.