Lazard launches commodities Ucits

Lazard Asset Management has launched a commodities Ucits as a response to investor concerns over duration risk and rising inflationary pressures.

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Jassmyn Goh

The Lazard Commodities Fund is managed by portfolio manager and analyst Terrance Brennan.

“Our investment philosophy is based on value creation through fundamental analysis of commodity futures and related equities, including meaningful ESG [environmental, social and governance] considerations,” he said.

“By investing in commodities and commodity-related equities, we are able to access a broad universe.”

The fund is available in Europe, UK, and Asia and uses the Bloomberg Commodity Total Return Index as its benchmark.

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