2 February 2026
We are pleased to confirm that Walker Crips Investment Management has once again been awarded Defaqto 5 Star ratings for 2026, recognising the continued strength and consistency of our investment proposition.
For the year ahead, our Discretionary Model Portfolio Service has retained its 5 Star rating, both when accessed directly and via platform. In addition, our Discretionary Bespoke Portfolio Service has achieved a 5 Star rating for the fifth consecutive year, underlining its long-term track record and robustness.
Defaqto’s 5 Star ratings are awarded to financial products and services that demonstrate outstanding quality, breadth of features, and relevance to customer needs. Retaining these ratings reflects the ongoing work of our investment teams to deliver well-constructed portfolios, effective risk management, and solutions designed to support clients through changing market conditions.
Commenting on the achievement, Wesley Coultas, Chief Investment Officer at Walker Crips, said:
“Retaining Defaqto’s 5 Star ratings for 2026 is a strong endorsement of our investment approach and the consistency of our discretionary services. It reflects the focus our teams place on rigorous portfolio construction, governance and delivering solutions that continue to meet the needs of clients and advisers in a complex and evolving market environment.”
These latest ratings reinforce our commitment to maintaining high standards across our discretionary services and to continually reviewing and refining our investment processes to support better client outcomes.
About Defaqto
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Using a proprietary research methodology and the UK’s largest financial product database, Defaqto delivers independent ratings, insights, and technology designed to help people navigate financial choices with confidence. Find out more at defaqto.com.
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