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William Robins
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Asset Management Writer, Citywire
London
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Biography
Editor, Citywire Amplify (Nov 2021 - present) Creating unique editorial content for asset management businesses and the people who work in them. Special emphasis on fund distribution, marketing, operations and leadership. Editor, New Model Adviser, Citywire, (January 2016 – present) Leading an editorial team to produce the top trade publication for financial advisers. The title combines a weekly print magazine and fast-paced website, along with social media, podcasts, research and events. Features Editor, New Model Adviser, Citywire (July 2012 to January 2016) Commissioning and editing the business section and tax and pensions section in the New Model Adviser magazine. Reporter/Chief Reporter, New Model Adviser, Citywire (January 2010 – July 2012) Breaking news and writing analysis in the magazine and online, covering UK pensions, tax and financial advice Education • NCTJ – Media Law, News Writing and Subediting exams passed (2008 - 2009) • Masters in Philosophy, Bristol University (2006 – 2008) • BA Philosophy, Reading University (2:1) (2003 - 2006) • Shrewsbury School (1998 – 2003)
ESG , Pensions , Tax , Regulation , Compliance , Professional Development , Global Asset Management , Fund Distribution , Financial Advice , Investment Funds , Economics , Markets
I try and hit them all!
Content
By William Robins Verified| Citywire Selector Verified The industry is evolving and increasingly sophisticated investors, especially within fixed income, are calling for proof that asset managers can meet the demands of the future and not just rely on what has worked for the past 20 years. That is one of the key takeaways that Fraser Lundie has from his first year as head of global fixed income of Aviva Investors, a post he assumed in May 2024 following a lengthy tenure with Federated Hermes.
By Olivia Bybel, William Robins Verified| Citywire Selector Verified Mark Benbow, Citywire A-rated high yield portfolio manager at Aegon Asset Management, has backed his sector will fair well in the wake of Trump’s tariffs announcement, which has rocked markets this week. ‘Generically high yield should do well vs equities, income based returns through contracted coupons vs capital based returns,’ Benbow said. But even within high yield, Benbow is avoiding sectors impacted most by tariffs, such as autos, chemicals and US consumer products.
By Olivia Bybel, William Robins Verified, John Schaffer Verified, Joseph Eden Verified| Citywire Selector Verified Aberdeen Investments has poached John McCareins, the head of Northern Trust’s international asset management business, to spearhead business development. He has been named chief client officer for Aberdeen Investments.
Company Info
Citywire
Citywire is a media company based in London, UK, that operates within the asset management industry. Founded in 1999 by Lawrence Lever, the company employs around 260 people and has offices in major cities including Milan, Munich, Singapore, Paris, Brighton, and New York City, with editorial bases in Cape Town, Madrid, and Los Angeles. Citywire focuses on providing news, insights, and data tailored for the global wealth management community. Its offerings include comprehensive news coverage and analysis of the asset management sector, events for networking and industry insights, as well as data and research tools to assist financial professionals in making informed investment decisions. The company also publishes various magazines and online content aimed at different regions and sectors within the wealth management industry.
London, England, United Kingdom
'+44 20 7840 2250
Founded: 1999