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PWM is the only title dedicated to the European wealth management and fund distribution markets. Each issue provides detailed information on investment product mechanics, in-depth analysis of market trends and comparative data on rival products.
Lead Sponsors

PIMCO is
a global investment solutions provider. Supported by more
than 2,300 staff, including 683 investment professionals, in offices throughout
Asia, Europe, North America and South America, PIMCO is one of the world's leading investment management companies and
among the industry's pre-eminent thought leadersfocused on a single mission: to manage risks and
deliver returns for our clients.
PIMCO manages investmentsx
for a wide range of clients. With
more than €1.59 trillion ($2.04 trillion) of assets under management(as of 31
March 2013), including €1.30 trillion ($1.67
trillion) in third party client assets,PIMCO manages and services assets
on behalf of clients in Europe and across the globe. We are advisors and asset
managers to institutional investors such as insurance companies, central banks,
corporations, local and public authorities, educational institutions,
foundations, endowments and charities, and have strong relationships with
leading third-party distribution providers worldwide.
PIMCO is a long-term
investor and thought leader. Our
time-tested investment process guides both cyclical and secular macroeconomic
views, which we combine with in-depth research, security analysis and portfolio
risk management. PIMCOs expertisee ncompasses our recognized fixed income capabilities, equities,
commodities and ETFs, as well as absolute return, multi-asset, tail risk
hedging and LDI solutions.

Schroders is a global asset management company with £236.5 billion (EUR 279.7 billion / $359.2 billion) under management. Our clients are major financial institutions including pension funds, banks and insurance companies, local and public authorities, governments, charities, high net worth individuals and retail investors.
With one of the largest networks of offices of any dedicated
asset management company, we operate from 34 offices in 27 countries across
Europe, the Americas, Asia
and the Middle East. Globally we employ over
360 investment professionals covering all the major investment markets. We offer
our clients a comprehensive range of products and services.
Further information about Schroders can be found at www.schroders.com or on
Schroders Talking Point www.schroders.com/talkingpoint.
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authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. All information is
as at 31 March 2013. For regular updates by e-mail please register online at www.schroders.com for our
alerting service.
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Invesco Ltd. is a leading independent global investment management firm, dedicated to helping investors worldwide achieve their financial objectives. Great ideas transcend borders. With more than 740 dedicated investment professionals worldwide and on-the-ground presence in 20 countries, serving clients in more than 150 countries. Invesco has the global capability to deliver our best ideas to investors around the world. Our clients benefit from our:
- Commitment to investment excellence
- Depth of investment capabilities
- Organizational strength
Additional information is available at www.invesco.com.
Associate Sponsors

Founded in 1937, T. Rowe Price is an
independent global asset management firm that offers investors a combination of
investment management excellence, world-class service and trusted guidance. The
firm has offices in Europe, the Americas,
the Middle East, Asia and Australia.
The group follows a 'clients first' principle, which requires a disciplined
approach to growth. Other hallmarks of the firm include its collaborative
culture, as well as a commitment to fundamental research, which is undertaken
by an extensive global network of investment professionals. The firm is
publicly-traded and enjoys strong professional tenure, with significant
employee-ownership.
Today, the group manages assets on behalf of many of the world's leading
corporations, pension funds, sovereign entities and financial intermediaries.
The group benefits from a strong financial position, with no outstanding
long-term debt and a significant cash position.

BNY Mellon is a global investments company dedicated to helping
our clients manage and service their financial assets throughout the investment
lifecycle. Whether providing financial services for institutions, corporations
or individual investors, we deliver informed investment management and
investment services through our client-focused efforts in 36 countries and more
than 100 markets.
BNY Mellon Investment
Management, the
global asset management arm of BNY Mellon, are one of the world’s largest
global investment leaders, brings you handpicked specialist investment managers
from around the world. BNY Mellon's multi-boutique model is driven by a unique
and compelling approach to investment management, providing a robust corporate
foundation, together with worldwide resources and administrative support. The investment
boutiques are free to concentrate on what they do best – delivering specialist
and focused investment performance, with accountable, accessible senior staff,
distinctive processes and a purity of culture.Newton, Insight Investments,
Standish, Walter Scottand BNY Mellon Arx are some of our specialist investment managers.
BNY Mellon has $26.3
trillion in assets under custody and administration, and over $1.4 trillion in assets
undermanagement in Investment
Management.BNY Mellon Investment Management is the global asset management arm
of BNY Mellon
For further information please visit our website www.bnymellonam.com.
Media Partners
FTfm is the FT's weekly supplement for the global fund management industry. It provides thought leadership for the asset management industry all over the world by analysing the important news stories on industry directions and trends, providing a forum for debate on the big issues and publishing high quality profiles of leading fund managers and top executives.

Ignites Europe is a Financial Times service covering the cross-border retail fund industry in Europe. Through a mix of original news stories and English translated summaries from other publications across Europe, Ignites Europe provides all the news you need in one place. Updates are delivered straight to your inbox each business morning via e-mail and full news stories, plus expanded content, are available on IgnitesEurope.com.
Ignites Europe saves you time and ensures you don't miss a beat through its unique mix of original reporting and translated summaries from other publications. Its electronic delivery platform is easy-to-use when you're in the office or traveling. Its daily, morning email proactively brings the news to you. Plus, its focused coverage is written and tailored for professionals in the European fund industry.
Specifically, coverage includes:
Fund industry sales and marketing practices
Regulatory and compliance changes
The inside scoop on your competitors
Best practices on technical systems and fund operations
Updates on prominent players in the market