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F&C Lifestyle fund range on board with Simply Biz
F&C's Lifestyle fund range has been added to the Simply Biz and Compliance First Capital Reward scheme, broadening the distribution of the funds to more than 4,000 Registered Individuals at over 1,800 firms of Independent Financial Advisers.
Roche bid Shines spotlight in biotech sector
Roche's unsolicited bid to acquire the 44% of Genentech it does not already own has put the spotlight on the biotechnology sector, which has been mooted as a safe haven by many investors.
New Star Indian Equity Fund available on six fund platforms
New Star is delighted to announce that the recently-launched New Star Indian Equity Fund, which offers investors access to India's exceptional growth potential, is now available on the following platforms:
Skipton launches new fixed bonds online
Skipton Building Society has launched new issues of its Pick ‘N' Fix bond online, paying a rate of 6.50% gross pa, and a monthly income option at 6.25% gross pa.
Children short-changed in Government scheme
In the three years and a half years since the Government launched its Child Trust Fund (CTF) scheme offering £250 to any child born after 1 September 2002, 3.61 million children have benefited, however future generations could see their nest egg put at risk by rising inflation.
RLAM's UK Special Situations Trust celebrates performance
The Royal London UK Special Situations Trust has enjoyed a first year of excellent relative performance since its launch on 20th July 2007.
Standard Life’s International Bond sales approach £600 million
Standard Life International has announced that sales of its portfolio International Bond have reached £593m, with sales for the first six months of 2008 totalling £270m. This compares with sales of £284m in the whole of 2007.
Newton underlines long term power of equities
UK equities continue to be an attractive long-term investment despite the current market volatility, according to research by Newton Investment Management.
Fund investors seek increased security and growth potential
Fund investors have revealed their cautious side, according to Barclays Stockbrokers Funds Market. Investment levels in funds for June reflected a dip in confidence compared to growth seen in the rest of the second quarter as assets fell 42 per cent in June vs. May, and 24 per cent compared to April.
Global absolute return strategies fund breaks £500m
Standard Life Investments, a leading provider of multi-asset solutions, has announced that its Global Absolute Return Strategies Fund (GARS) has broken the £500m barrier in assets under management since its launch in June 2006.
SIPP to access Fund Supermarket
FundZone, Standard Life's mutual fund supermarket, is now available through its retail and group SIPPs, offering an increase in investment choice for both advisers and customers while offering an innovative pricing approach.
Investment trusts offer cheap purchases for investors
JPMorgan Asset Management says investment trusts are offering cheap investment opportunities for investors.
European Equity Income Investment guide launched by RAM
Resolution Asset Management, the £54bn multi-specialist investment provider, has launched a guide to European equity income investment as part of an ongoing drive to broaden understanding of the area and the benefits of investing in cash-rich companies on the Continent.
Three ways to play inflation through UK equities
As inflation figures for July top 4%, the manager of Fidelity's UK Aggressive Fund offers three ways to play rising prices through UK stock market investments.
Lincoln Far East Trust positioned to deal with inflation
With oil prices at elevated levels and food prices soaring, inflation is a key issue for global markets and in the Far East developed markets such as China and India in particular are suffering from inflationary pressures.