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Multi-asset strategy outperforms amid market volatility
Volatile equity markets of late have highlighted the importance of holding an adequately diversified portfolio of investments, according to Andy Clark, Managing Director, Wholesale, at HSBC Investments in the UK.
Barclays Wealth March signpost investment strategy report
United States: We believe the US is flirting with recession, but set to do a lot better during the second half of the year than during the first half. We expect full-year growth of just 1.3% – i.e, well below general expectations.
Porcine problems highlight Gartmore global focus stance on agflation
The recent sight of pig farmers protesting about falling pork profits outside Downing Street is another timely reminder of ‘agflation’.
Intrinsic and New Star to launch major asset management venture
Intrinsic Financial Services, one of the most successful new distribution networks, and New Star, one of the UK’s leading fund management groups, have announced plans for a major new asset management venture.
F&C and Clarkson Hill announce distribution partnership
At its annual preliminary results presentation in the City F&C Asset Management PLC (FCAM) has announced that it has signed a significant new distribution agreement with The Clarkson Hill Group PLC (CLKH), an AIM-listed leading national firm of Independent Financial Advisers with over 350 registered individuals.
F&C sets out global distribution plan
At its annual results presentation to City analysts today, leading fund management group F&C Asset Management PLC (FCAM) outlined plans to broaden its international distribution capabilities into new markets such as Italy, Spain, Chile and Russia. Furthermore, F&C said that it is actively exploring distribution in Asia and the Middle East.
IFAs stand by equities in 2008
Research has shown that the majority of IFAs will be recommending Global, European and UK equities to their clients in 2008.
Charges continue to fall in conventional investment company sector
In turbulent markets, the impact of investment charges can feel more pronounced than in a rising market.
New Star acquires prime assets in Asia & Australia
New Star is delighted to announce that the £644 million New Star International Property Fund has acquired a further three prime properties.
Merchant Investors’ fund range keeps on growing
Over the course of 2007 Merchant Investors, the specialist pensions and investments provider, added 9 new funds links to its Pinnacle Range following its review of the entire range at the beginning of the year.
The New Star Heart of Africa Fund exceeds £50 million
The New Star Heart of Africa Fund, managed by Jamie Allsopp, has now exceeded £50 million in size. The fund, which New Star will seek to cap at £100 million for a minimum of two years, has already returned an impressive 10% since inception.
Barclays targets maturities with suite of new investments
Barclays Wealth, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of capital protected investments, is seeking to attract rollover money from forthcoming maturities with a new suite of products offering competitive pay-offs - particularly for ISA investors keen to retain their tax advantaged status.
Investors warned against ‘flying’ into biofuels
Co-operative Insurance today (1 March) warned investors that backing biofuels could leave their savings grounded as well as be potentially negative for the environment.
Domestic economy drives Brazil's growth
After strong growth in 2007, Brazil's outlook remains very positive, according to Urban Larson, manager of the F&C Latin America Fund.
Inflation vs. Growth
As the dollar hits record lows against the euro, the Bank of England continues to lean towards the views of its European counterpart, away from the economy-boosting strategy of the Fed.