21st August 2009

Ascentric teams up with db x-trackers to run further ETF Masterclasses

Following the success of previous ETF Masterclasses, independent wrap platform Ascentric is running further Masterclasses, this time in association with db x-trackers, Deutsche Bank’s Exchange Traded Funds platform and Europe’s fastest growing ETF provider.

ETFs are one of the fastest growing investment products of recent times and the impact of the RDR is set to accelerate this growth in the UK. As a result Ascentric and db x-trackers recognise the need for ongoing adviser learning and communication, and these educational Masterclasses will equip attendees with a solid understanding of ETFs and the benefits and practicalities of using them. 

Masterclasses will be held at Thorpe Park Hotel in Leeds (23 September) and the Corus Hotel Solihull in Birmingham (24 September), and are open to both Ascentric users and non-users.

Examining the topic ‘why IFAs cannot ignore ETFs any longer’, the Masterclasses will provide an overview of ETFs and examine their increasing use in private client portfolios. The Masterclasses will also take a practical look at how ETFs are constructed, how to use them with active funds to build efficient asset allocation strategies, and how advisers can invest for their clients at the lowest possible cost.

Manooj Mistry, co-founder of db x-trackers and Head of db x-trackers in the UK, will look at how ETFs are opening up new markets and opportunities for advisers and their clients. Commenting ahead of the Masterclasses, he said "This is an exciting opportunity for db x-trackers and Deutsche Bank and we are looking forward to increasing the awareness and understanding of ETFs in the UK IFA market.  We hope to demonstrate the versatility of ETFs and how IFAs can use them in their client portfolios."

Richard Goodall, Sales Director at Ascentric, stated “The db x-tracker Masterclasses will give IFAs a greater knowledge and understanding of ETFs and provide a tremendous insight into their growing universe. As our Masterclasses are already attracting a really good response from the IFA community, I would strongly urge those interested to reserve their places quickly.”

Reservations can be made by phoning 08714 236 100 or emailing marketing@ascentric.co.uk.

For further information, please contact:

Ascentric
Dominic Ventham
Head of Marketing

Tel: 01225 787208
Mobile 07590 227039

Email: dominic.ventham@ascentric.co.uk

Email: martin@concisepr.com