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Nick Train Faces Investor Scrutiny Over Poor Fund Performance

The star fund manager admits to underperformance and a lack of tech investments amid a challenging UK stock market.

  • Nick Train's Finsbury Growth & Income Trust returned only 2.7% in six months, lagging behind the FTSE All-Share Index's 6.9% gain.
  • Train attributes poor performance to insufficient tech investments and a general 'malaise' in the UK stock market.
  • Investments in Cazoo and Manchester United have been notably unsuccessful, while new bets on Rightmove and other tech stocks aim to correct course.
  • Train has increased tech and data stock holdings from 30% to 55% in an effort to improve future returns.
  • Despite recent challenges, Train remains optimistic about the potential of undervalued UK tech and luxury brands.
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