In short, investment management is the professional management of various securities (such as bonds or shares) and assets (such as real estate) to meet specified goals for the benefit of investors.

Investment managers, also known as fund, asset or portfolio managers, are those responsible for this activity, and are employed by numerous entities including:

– Banks

– Investment banks

– Stockbrokers

– Life assurance companies

– Insurance companies

They’re also employed by investment management companies – firms dedicated to the handling of financial assets and securities on their clients’ behalf.

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