Specialist recruitment means working
within specific market sectors — for example, accountancy, IT, construction, oil & gas, banking, sales & marketing.
Concentration risk Excessive exposure to
a specific market sector within any asset class could put investors at greater risk.
There is
no specific market sector, geography or language.
For the self - directed investor seeking diversification and control over their portfolio, ETFs can be a simplified way to gain exposure to broad markets or
specific market sectors.
Swapping for quality becomes especially attractive for investors who are concerned about a potential downturn within
a specific market sector or the economy at large, as it could negatively impact bond holdings with lower credit ratings.
Also, if you have background knowledge or professional qualifications in
a specific market sector this can be very helpful in a specialist recruitment consultancy.