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Leeds launches new Bond guaranteed to beat inflation
Leeds Building Society is set to launch a new version of its Inflation Buster Bond, which has proved extremely popular with customers looking for a real return from their savings.
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’.
BSA calls for stocks and shares to cash ISA transfers
Stocks and shares to cash ISA transfers should be permitted, says the Building Societies Association (BSA), in its Budget submission to HM Treasury.
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.
Banks continue to feed investor appetite
Angus Rigby, Chief Executive Officer, TD Waterhouse comments: “Our investors’ appetite for banking stocks is seemingly relentless, with UK’s banks accounting for 70% of all our retail investor buys and 62% of our sells over the week.
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.
Yorkshire Bank makes tax efficient saving as easy as ISA
With ISA allowances due to increase for the first time since their introduction in 1999, Yorkshire Bank is encouraging savers to make the most of their tax efficient ISA allowances in this tax year and the next.
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.
Clerical Medical Stockwatch
Kazakhmys, Kazakhstan's largest copper producer was the best performing share in the FTSE 100 in terms of total shareholder return (TSR) during February, according to the report.
Hop along to Skipton for a great Easter bond
Savers should forget chocolate eggs this Easter and instead be tempted by the new limited edition bond from Skipton Building Society, with an interest rate of 6.50%. The 18-month Easter Bond will be available from today but will disappear as soon as maximum funds have been received.
Use it or lose it – annual ISA allowance
With the tax year drawing to a close, Nationwide Building Society, the UK’s second largest ISA provider, is urging savers to use their ISA allowance before 5 April 2008 or lose it forever.
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.
Bradford & Bingley launches new longer-term fixed rate bonds
Bradford & Bingley has today launched a winning hat-trick of longer-term fixed rate bonds, all offering a highly competitive rate of 5.75% p.a. gross/AER to customers looking for a premium fixed return on their savings.
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.