Steering a course in a difficult investment landscape

The current reality for investors is an environment in which interest rates are low, volatility is high and expectations are tempered.

After the global credit crunch turned markets on their heads and left many investors burnt, the landscape today is a more cautious one, with high returns hard to find.

Against this backdrop, investors - especially those who wish to avoid risk - face challenges when mapping out an investment strategy.

Experts argue ...