Fulcrum Diversified Absolute Return Fund - Retail

London-based Fulcrum Asset Management (Fulcrum), represented in Australia by Ambassador Funds Management Services, has launched its multi asset strategy, the Fulcrum Diversified Absolute Return Fund (the Fund), to Australian retail investors.

According to Fulcrum, the Fund is designed for investors seeking a diversified portfolio of assets including global equites, fixed income, commodities, alternatives and cash.

Commenting on the launch, Fulcrum CEO, Andrew Stevens said: "We have been present in Australia since 2012, when we launched the Absolute Return Fund to institutional investors. We have seen a strong appetite for this fund and our style of investing and now have approximately $2.7 billion in funds under management. The Australian retail investment market has similar needs to institutional investors, namely an appetite and need for diversification, which is why we have now decided to launch into the retail market.

He added: "Through this fund investors gain exposure to macroeconomic trends such as a recovery in the European economy, currency movements, as well as traditional equities and bond markets. Importantly, the Fund aims to achieve long term absolute returns in all market conditions over rolling five year periods, with lower volatility than equity markets and returns in excess of inflation."