Man's integrated alternative management business announces first global launch

Man Directional Ltd offers investors access to a selection of industry-leading directional investment managers, combined in an actively managed and flexible portfolio.

Man Directional Ltd has been designed to navigate the current market uncertainty and meet investor requirements of greater transparency, control and liquidity. It offers investors access to directional investment strategies - strategies which seek to profit from uncertain economic conditions as well as to produce consistent returns over the long term Directional investment strategies look to capitalise on the direction, either up or down, of prices across global markets and asset classes, and have the potential to profit from market inefficiencies and trends.

The product benefits from the new business' enhanced portfolio management and has the advantage of an active portfolio management and monitoring process. Crucially, and to reflect evolving market conditions, the portfolio has been specifically constructed to be flexible. This will allow Man Investments to quickly re-allocate assets across the directional space as opportunities develop.

Herbert Item, Chief Investment Officer, said:

"We are pleased that the new integrated investment management business is fully operational and that investors now are able to profit from the advantages of the new setup. The combination of experienced investment teams combined with institutional quality governance and a structure which promotes clear responsibility and accountability is exactly what investors are looking for today."

John Rowsell, Managing Director of Man Investments added, "To be more concrete, the design of Man Directional has been directly influenced by the enhanced investment and portfolio management processes of the new organisation. Also, the use of managed accounts follows the philosophy of the new integrated business."

"As the short to medium-term outlook for economic growth remains uncertain, it is challenging for investors to decide on where to allocate their money. However, these conditions can potentially create a wealth of opportunities for directional investment strategies as market inefficiencies and price trends become more prevalent", said Patrick Merville CEO of Man Investments Middle East. "We therefore expect great interest in Man Directional Ltd".