Why M&G's Riddell has bought Italian bonds for the first time
The ECB's policy response may not have addressed the underlying problems of the eurozone, but M&G's Michael Riddell has cause for optimism and has even bought Italian government bonds for the first...
View ArticleIMA's Cautious Managed sector takes shape with launch
The Investment Management Association has decided to roll out a mixed investment 0%-35% shares sector, following on from its Cautious Managed sector revamp and alighnment with the ABI.
View ArticleIMA launches 0%-35% shares sector
The Investment Management Association has decided to roll out a mixed investment 0%-35% shares sector, a neew defensive category.
View ArticleAre investors hunting the wrong trusts for income?
With bank rates stuck at all-time lows, specialised property and infrastructure trusts have been attracting hordes of income-hungry investors. But are shareholders flocking to the best funds?
View ArticleWall Street’s finest choke of forecast-busting Apple
Analysts across Wall Street will be hanging their heads in shame after they were miles off forecasting last night’s stupendous update from Apple.
View ArticleM&G's Vaight: why emerging markets may beat expectations
M&G Global Emerging Markets fund manager explains why he is so excited by Brazil this year and why emerging markets could do better than many people think this year.
View ArticleSchroders eyes Reits for new US Income Maximiser
Real Estate Investment Trusts in the US are offering a tremendous yield and could form a significant part of a US Income Maximiser fund.
View ArticleGold tops $1,700 and FTSE gains on Bernanke remarks
FTSE ends two-day losing streak as Federal Reserve lays the groundwork for more money-printing to support the US economy.
View ArticleCountry focus: will it be a glorious year for the US?
The data coming out the US has been good so far in Election year. We check out just how strong the indicators have been and ask the experts for their interpretations.
View ArticleRenaissance acquires two emerging Europe funds
The move will see Renaissance Asset Managers acquire $116 million (£74 million) in additional assets.
View ArticleHow sustainable are the compelling US fundamentals?
Apple has helped alleviate worries about the US corporate profits, while economic data this year has so far been decent suggesting the US could be the place to invest this year.
View ArticleHow banks make money from ETFs
Fundsmith chief executive Terry Smith recently said ETFs were a huge profit generator for banks, despite being low-cost investments. But how much do banks really make from ETFs?
View ArticleNo surprises as 'softening' earnings take a toll on 3i
Shares in the private equity investment trust dropped 4%, nearing a 34-month low, after chief executive Michael Queen warns its operating environment remains tough.
View ArticleAberdeen's Bruce Stout on why selective EM banks can thrive
In the second of our Edinburgh Citywire Selection manager interviews, we speak to star pick Aberdeen Asset Management star pick Bruce Stout about why his Murray International portfolio can continue to...
View ArticleRBS bows to pressure over chief's bonus
The state-rescued bank has heeded public and political pressure and slashed its chief executive's 2011 bonus, but Stephen Hester still walks away with a £963,000 award.
View ArticleInvestec gets Irish wealth footprint with Neontar buy
(Update) Investec has agreed to buy a €4.35 million majority stake in Ireland's Neontar, the owner of the NCB Group which provides private client and corporate finance services.
View ArticleFTSE retreats as Greek ‘game of chicken’ continues
Hornby (HRN.L) tumbles 32p to 95p after the toy manufacturer issued a profit warning following a weak run-up to Christmas.
View ArticleCan gold really surpass $2,000 this year?
One of the most respected commodity consultants around believes gold can surpass $2,000 in 2012, but can it really absorb the curveballs it is likely to absorb on route.
View ArticleCharles MacKinnon: now is not the time to be brave
Thurleigh's chief investment officer outlines how he sees the investment world as he tries to make sense of the multiple headwinds facing markets.
View ArticleDragon or mouse? six experts on China's prospects
The year of the Dragon is supposedly one of the luckiest in the Chinese calendar, but a drop in growth has made some fund managers sceptical.
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