Investors Flee UK Market as £692M Exodus in September Sets New Record
Investors are fleeing the world market, with £692 million withdrawn from UK-focused equity funds in September alone, a 5% increase from August. This exodus, described as 'seemingly unstoppable' by Edward Glyn of Calastone, is driven by sluggish growth, high debt, Budget fears, and rising borrowing costs. Despite hopes for a London stock market today rebound, this trend has persisted for over four years.
The investor exodus gathered pace in September 2022, with Liontrust Asset Management recording the highest outflows, totaling £1.2 billion in the three-month period ending September 30, 2025. This significant withdrawal is part of a broader trend that has seen investors pulling out due to various economic concerns. Despite these challenges, some analysts remain hopeful that the UK market could still rebound, but for now, the investor sentiment remains cautious.
The UK faces a significant challenge in reversing this ongoing investor exodus. With £692 million withdrawn in September alone, and high-profile outflows like those from Liontrust Asset Management, the UK market must address the underlying concerns of investors to stem this tide and encourage a return of confidence.
