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Nationwide renews its call for parity on ISA limits

As ISA season begins to gear up, Nationwide Building Society is again calling on the Government to raise the current cash ISA limit in line with the stocks and shares ISA limit in the Budget on 20 March 2013.

Jupiter India fund

Andy Parsons, head of investment research at The Share Centre, explains why India has potential for higher risk investors and highlights the Jupiter India find for exposure to the region.

Barclays launches new cash ISAs allowing Transfers-In

Barclays launches its new cash ISA range allowing Transfers-In, which includes a 3 Year Flexible Cash ISA and Instant Cash ISA both paying up to 2.30 per cent AER/ tax free per annum, available to both new and existing customers to help them make the most of their tax-free savings allowance.

Leeds launches new fixed rate ISA range with access

Leeds Building Society has launched a new suite of fixed rate ISA products, which include 1 and 2 year versions.

Leeds launch fixed rate bonds with flexibility

Leeds Building Society has launched a new range of fixed rate bonds paying up to 2.50% annually or 2.27% AER monthly, for those customers who require an income.

Leeds Building Society launches fixed rate ISA with 25% access

Leeds Building Society's new 1 year fixed rate ISA at 2.00% gross p.a./ AER provides the flexibility and peace of mind that comes with access to 25% of the funds, without notice or penalty, at any time.

TD clients pop Coca-Cola shares

Stuart Welch, CEO, TD Direct Investing comments on the key findings from TD client buys and sells for week ending 18 February 2013:

Diversification makes BHP Billiton favourable for investors

As BHP Billiton reports first half results, Helal Miah, investment research analyst at The Share Centre, recommends the miner as a ‘buy' for medium risk investors.

The Co-op offers savers a boost with new fixed term bonds

The Co-operative Bank is offering a welcome boost to savers with newly launched rates on its fixed term deposits.

RLAM launches Global High Yield funds

Royal London Asset Management (RLAM) announces the launch of two new funds designed to meet growing investor demand for income generation from sub-investment grade corporate debt.

Savers set to stash away £117 billion in cash ISAs this year

Despite ISA rates at near rock bottom levels and inflation eating into household income, 26% more Brits intend to save into a cash ISA this tax year and those who do will save almost £1,000 more than they did last year, according to new research from uSwitch.com.

Top tips for ethical investment

Ethical investment is becoming the chosen vehicle for many investors who demand more than just financial growth from their money.

£51 billion Cash ISA black hole revealed

The deadline for “using or losing” your Cash ISA pot this year is looming, however, Post Office’s ISA Savings Report can reveal there is a £51 billion Cash ISA black hole as savers are failing to make use of their full allowance.

Nearly one in three parents still saving into CTFs

Nearly one in three parents saving regularly for their children are paying into Child Trust Funds despite concerns about a lack of choice and relatively poor returns, new research from housing investment and shared equity mortgage provider Castle Trust shows.

Fidelity looks at four stocks that are due for a fashion revival

As the latest trends are on show for the start of London Fashion Week this Friday, Fidelity Worldwide Investment highlights why it doesn't always pay to follow the crowd; at least when it comes to investing in the stock market.