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JPMAM launches Diversified Real Return Fund
With returns on risk-free assets still at historic lows and inflation remaining above target in the UK, those saving for, or already in retirement, are increasingly concerned about how to safeguard the value of the funds they have built up.
Make the most of your 2012/13 ISA allowance
Santander is urging savers to make the most of their 2012/13 ISA allowance by saving in to an ISA now, rather than waiting until the end of the tax year.
An ISA for all seasons
The 5 April deadline for investing one's annual Individual Savings Account (ISA) allowance has given rise to an ISA ‘season', where banks, building societies and investment houses vie with each other to persuade investors to top up or open accounts before the tax year turns and the allowance is lost.
Low investor awareness of risk shows need for risk targeted funds
Half of people who have an investment product are only vaguely aware of the level of risk they are taking within that product according to new research by Skandia Investment Group.
Barclays launches new Target Growth Plan
Barclays has launched a new Target Growth Plan which offers a maximum 38.5% return at maturity. The product has a five year term with a minimum initial investment level of £5,640 and is available until 11th May 2012.
Skipton relaunches popular International Reserve Bonds
Skipton International has relaunched its popular 1 and 2 Year International Reserve Bonds with an enhanced interest rate structure, particularly the monthly interest options.
Cahoot one-year fixed rate savings bond paying 3.60%
Following its success in the two-year bond market in 2011 and 2012, cahoot is launching a new market-leading one-year fixed bond paying 3.60 per cent AER.
First State Global Listed Infrastructure fund
Sheridan Admans, investment research manager at The Share Centre, highlights infrastructure as a key sector for fund investors and recommends the First State Global Listed Infrastructure fund.
Schroders launches Managed Monthly High Income Fund
Schroders announces the launch of the Managed Monthly High Income Fund, a fund-of-funds vehicle investing in a selection of Schroder Maximiser and Schroder Fixed Income unit trusts. The Fund will be available to investors from 21 May 2012.
Short-term bond rates increase
The average one year fixed rate bond has reached 2.85%, its highest level since August 2011. The number of one year bonds has also grown from 80 six months ago to 101 toda, according to MoneyFacts.co.uk.
Tesco revamp is encouraging for investors but remains a ‘hold’
As supermarket giant, Tesco, reports full year results Sheridan Admans, investment research manager at The Share Centre, explains what they mean for investors.
Schroders launches Global Multi-Asset Income Fund
Schroders announces the launch of Schroder ISF Global Multi-Asset Income, which aims to provide sustainable quality income by dynamically investing in attractive income opportunities across a range of asset classes, regions and sectors.
One in five IFAs think gold will hit $1800/oz by the end of 2012
Research from Legal & General Investments reveals that one in five (19%) IFAs believe the price of gold will hit $1800/oz or more by the end of 2012.
Inflation causes a headwind for retailers but M&S remains a ‘buy'
As Marks & Spencer and Burberry update the market, Sheridan Admans, investment research manager at The Share Centre, explains what it means for investors.
Chelsea cash ISA offers competitive return
Investors looking for a tax-free home for their savings can snap up a new cash ISA from Chelsea Building Society, paying a competitive return of 3.20% gross/AER.