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Has the alternative income story run its course?
Scarcity of yield has caused a lot of capital to chase relatively few assets and left valuations stretched
Investors won’t need reminding that 2020 was a dismal year for income strategies. Yields on fixed income remained pitifully low, while dividends were sliced. This prompted many investors to roam the market looking for alternative sources of yield. However, this too has created problems, with a lot of capital chasing relatively few assets.
The popularity of alternative income options has been most evident in the investment trust sector, where many are housed. In 2020, existing investment companies in the Renewable Energy Infrastructure sector raised more than £1.3bn, bringing its total to £7.7bn over the past five years, ahead of any other sector. The strongest individual fund raises were Hipgnosis and Greencoat UK Wind, at £426m and £400m respectively. Investors have been drawn to the combination of strong yields and the
General risks
The value of investments, and any income generated from them, can fall as well as rise. Where charges are taken from capital, this may constrain future growth.
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Investment objectives and performance targets are subject to change and may not necessarily be achieved, losses may be made.
Specific Risks
Currency exchange: Changes in the relative values of different currencies may adversely affect the value of investments and any related income. Default: There is a risk that the issuers of fixed income investments (e.g. bonds) may not be able to meet interest payments nor repay the money they have borrowed. The worse the credit quality of the issuer, the greater the risk of default and therefore investment loss. Derivatives: The use of derivatives may increase overall risk by magnifying the effect of both gains and losses leading to large changes in value and potentially large financial loss. A counterparty t