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Active vs. Passive investing: The hidden performance of UK funds – Somerset Webb

Merryn Somerset Webb explores the shifting dynamics between active and passive investing
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In the UK, passive investment in open-ended funds has surged from 19% to nearly 30% over the past decade, driven by lower costs and lacklustre performance from active funds. However, recent research reveals a nuanced picture: genuinely active funds—those with high "active share"—have outperformed their passive counterparts over the long term. Merryn Somerset Webb explores the shifting dynamics between active and passive investing, highlighting the importance of fund selection for investors seeking true value.

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By Merryn Somerset Webb

A decade ago, a mere 19% of the open-ended funds domiciled in the UK invested passively.

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