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Distinction Asset Management offers IFAs equity stake
Distinction Asset Management is being launched with £184 million in a range of multi-asset class and single asset class funds. The firm is introducing an innovative ownership structure to the UK fund management industry by offering IFAs the opportunity to gain an equity stake in the business in return for introducing their clients’ assets.
Fund in Focus - Newton American
Sheridan Admans, investment adviser at The Share Centre, explains why he is positive on America and recommends investors consider the Newton American fund:
Barclays launches new 2 year fixed rate bond
As we approach July - the expected peak month for bond maturities - Barclays launches a competitive two year fixed rate bond paying up to 3.70 per cent.
Threadneedle American Absolute Alpha Fund
Threadneedle announces the launch of the Threadneedle (Lux) American Absolute Alpha Fund, reinforcing the company's absolute return fund range which has attracted total AUM of US$3bn. The fund is a SICAV under UCITS III regulation, which gives fund manager Stephen Moore increased flexibility in strategy and fund positioning.
The Share Centre remains cautious over BP
BP's share price rose this morning following confirmation that BP shareholders will not receive dividend payments this year. Nick Raynor, investment adviser at The Share Centre comments on what this means for investors and also presents some other possibilities for income seekers:
Saga inundated with orders to buy BP shares
Ali Crossley, chief operating officer of Saga Personal Finance commented: "Whether it is patriotic sentiment or a hard headed look at the long-term value of BP, Saga Share Dealing's customers have been piling into the stock.
BP dominates trading as Gulf oil spill stays in spotlight
Angus Rigby, Chief Executive Officer, TD Waterhouse comments: "TD Waterhouse customers once again piled into BP plc (BP) shares this week, with trading volumes in the stock more than doubling overall, as the broader ramifications of the company's oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico continued to dominate the newspaper headlines.
Don’t get distracted by “noise”, warns F&C Strategic Bond duo
Last month saw volatility creep back in to global asset markets, leading to sharp falls in equities and widening credit spreads, paralysing the markets once more.
JPMAM says focus on South Africa is more than just football
With the world focused on South Africa for the World Cup, J.P. Morgan Asset Management has confirmed the planned JPMorgan Global Emerging Markets Income Trust may have more than 10% of the initial portfolio invested in South African companies.
Alico launches latest structured investment
Alico Wealth Management launches the latest in a series of structured investments - the Controlled Opportunity Growth Structure 2 (COGS 2) - following the successful launch of the first COGS investment last month.
S&P Fund Services assigns rating to Acropolis Multi-Strategy Fund
Standard & Poor's Fund Services announced that it has assigned a AA fund management rating to the Acropolis Multi-Strategy Fund.
Santander best buy one year fixed rate savings bond
Santander is to launch a new best buy one year fixed rate savings bond for savers wanting to lock in a competitive return. The bond is for customers bringing in money from outside Santander. It is a limited offer that is due to be withdrawn on 30 June and may be withdrawn earlier - without notice - if available funds are used up before then.
Barclays Stockbrokers sees record ETF trading
Latest figures from Barclays Stockbrokers reveal May 2010 was a record breaking month for ETF activity - with trading, asset flows and the number of clients actively trading all reaching new highs. Trading volumes were the highest monthly levels on record; up 44% from the previous month and up 52% year on year.
SWIP launches new Strategic Bond Fund
Scottish Widows Investment Partnership (SWIP) has launched a new Strategic Bond Fund to the retail market. It aims to capitalise on opportunities across government bonds, investment grade, high yield and cash markets in a sector that is set to continue gaining market share through 2010.
FIFA World Cup - funds dream team from The Share Centre
Following on from The Share Centre's top ten shares to make the most of the World Cup, investment adviser, Andy Parsons continues the theme by outlining the Funds XI that make up his World Cup dream team portfolio.