ANALYSIS: The European funds to back if bank rally continues
European shares have rallied strongly on the outcome of the first round of France’s presidential election, but which funds stand to do best from the change in sentiment towards the region?
Best Practice | 24 Apr 17
How the Qrops levy will impact UAE pension planning
Old Mutual Wealth’s David Denton talks about how the shock 25% Qrops charge imposed by the UK last month will affect retirement planning in the UAE.
Middle East | 24 Apr 17
Abu Dhabi banker probed by Italy over 1MDB scandal
Italian prosecutors are investigating a former Emirati sovereign wealth fund official over allegations of insider trading in UniCredit shares in the Malaysian 1MDB scandal, which has led to a crackdown of a number Swiss banks.
Europe ex UK funds to watch based on their AUM
The following funds are among the largest and most established in the European ex UK equities sector, all featuring experienced managers that have established investment processes.
Investment | 24 Apr 17
Ongoing UK dividend bonanza spurred by sterling weakness
The UK equity market pumped out 9.5% more dividends in the first quarter than the previous year as sterling’s weakness continued to magnify the payouts.