Where to invest: most popular regions and asset classes right now

Fixed income and global equities proved popular with investors in April, as interest rate cuts hover on the horizon.

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UK investors are regaining their confidence as interest rate cuts loom. The latest data from the Investment Association (IA) reveals the fund market saw £2.8bn in net inflows in April – the highest level in almost three years. 

If you’re still sitting on their sidelines deciding where to invest, knowing which funds are proving most popular with your peers could help you make up your mind. The two bestselling asset classes with retail investors in April were global equities and fixed income, which saw £1.2bn and £1.1bn in net inflows respectively.

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Katie Williams
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Katie has a background in investment writing and is interested in everything to do with personal finance, politics, and investing. She enjoys translating complex topics into easy-to-understand stories to help people make the most of their money.

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