Investment Management
Investment management involves the professional handling of financial assets and securities on behalf of clients to achieve specific investment goals. This service includes portfolio management, asset allocation, and investment analysis. Investment managers make decisions on behalf of individual investors, pension funds, or institutions to maximize returns while managing risk. Investment management services often come with a fee, typically a percentage of assets under management (AUM).
Example
An individual hires an investment manager to create and manage a portfolio that aligns with their long-term goals, such as saving for retirement or funding a child’s education.
Key points
• Professional management of financial assets on behalf of clients.
• Includes portfolio management, asset allocation, and risk management.
• Commonly used by individual investors, pension funds, and institutions.