Millions of over 50s fear pension investment risk – how should you position your portfolio?

Three-quarters of over 50s say risk is key when deciding what to do with their pension pot ahead of retirement, according to new research. How do the experts recommend positioning your portfolio in mid-life to manage market ups and downs?

Recent volatility driven by the prospect of global trade wars has highlighted how unpredictable financial markets can be when uncertainty abounds. For over 50s – with less time to recoup losses from invested pension pots – the consequences are particularly significant.