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M&G urges ISA investors to go global for a growing income

Investors seeking a growing income from this year's ISA should consider a global equity fund, says M&G Investments.

Consumers welcome timely boost to ISA compensation rules

Almost two-thirds of consumers support the recent increase in the compensation limit for cash ISAs to £85,000, new research from the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) shows. The new limit is supported by 63% of those questioned.

3 weeks left for 100% initial charge discounts on ISA funds

ISA season is upon us, and if you haven't made use of your £10,200 tax efficient ISA allowance, you should do so before the April 5 deadline, urges Fair Investment Company.

Brits in the dark about tax allowances

As the end of the tax year approaches, new research from HSBC reveals that more than eight in ten Britons are unaware of the changes that come into effect on 6th April and the majority do not know the tax-free allowances currently available to them on both their incomes and savings.

National Counties offers top notice Cash ISA

With the 2010/11 tax-year’s Cash ISA investment window about to close on 5th April 2011, independent consumer body Which? has assessed the best Cash ISAs for 2011.

Standard Life to offer 0% initial on investment trust range

Standard Life Investments, a leading fund manager, is to offer investors 0% initial charge on investments in its range of award-winning Investment Trusts during this year's ISA season.

Morrisons remains a ‘hold’ for The Share Centre

As Morrisons beats expectations for 2010 by announcing pre-tax profits of £874m, Graham Spooner, investment adviser at The Share Centre, explains why he prefers Tesco in the sector.

Range Resources most traded stock by TD customers this week

Darren Hepworth, Trading and Customer Services Director, TD Waterhouse comments: "Oil and gas explorer Range Resources (RRL) has knocked the banks off the top spot becoming the most popular buy and sell this week, and alone accounting for more than a fifth (22%) of all top ten trades.

Barclays launches new everyday banking videos online

Barclays has launched two new online videos, helping customers get to grips with all the essentials they need to know about their everyday banking for savings and mortgages.

A third of ISA investors plan to use up this year's full allowance

Research from the Investment Management Association (IMA) reveals that nearly a third (32%) of equity ISA investors plan to invest the maximum amount of £10,200 into their ISAs for the current tax year (2010/11).

Northern Rock launches new fixed rate savings bond

Northern Rock has launched a new issue of its Fixed Rate Notice Bond (FRNB), which offers savers the flexibility of a competitive, long-term fixed interest rate, along with planned access to their funds.

Standard Life offers recurrent single payments to Bond

Standard Life is introducing the ability to pay recurrent single payments to its International Bond. The new flexibility has been driven by clear demand and will provide a tax efficient alternative for people looking for a way to save for the longer term, beyond their pensions.

JPMAM reminds investors of last minute ISA details and timings

As Tax Year End approaches investors looking to take advantage of their Individual Savings Account (ISA) allowance of £10,200 this year are reminded they can invest up until 11.55pm on Tuesday 5th April 2011 through J.P. Morgan Asset Management's online wealth management service, J.P. Morgan WealthManager+.

Santander increases ISA rates

Santander is increasing the market leading rates on its Loyalty Flexible ISA (issue 1) and its Flexible ISA (issue 3). Rates will increase for both new and existing customers in these products, offering competitive returns with a minimum guaranteed rate of up to 3.50 per cent AER.

Fund your ISA

Andy Parsons, advice team manager at The Share Centre, explains why savers and investors alike should plan to make the most of their ISA allowance and outlines the benefits of a Stocks & Shares ISA that invests in funds.