Kristen joined Last Word Media and the world of financial journalism in April 2016, leaving behind a career in a legal publishing firm as a senior researcher turned assistant editor. This native Angelino initially moved to the UK in 2008 to complete her undergraduate studies at the University of Nottingham. She subsequently obtained a Masters degree in Philosophy with Literature from the University of Warwick.
International Adviser

Europe | 20 Sep 16

Capital Group brings ‘New World’ EM fund to Europe

Capital Group has announced it will make its emerging markets strategy available to investors outside the US this October via a Luxembourg vehicle.

Kuwait Towers

Companies | 19 Sep 16

WH Ireland shares soar as it confirms Kuwaiti investors link

WH Ireland shares soared after the City broker confirmed rumours that Kuwaiti European Holdings (KEH) was looking to acquire a stake in the business.

November cut on the cards after BoE holds rates

Tax & Regulation | 15 Sep 16

November cut on the cards after BoE holds rates

Economists expect another rate cut will materialise in November after the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously voted to hold rates at 0.25% on Thursday.

Taiwan’s tech disruption offers long-term opportunity, says Hermes

Asia | 13 Sep 16

Taiwan’s tech disruption offers long-term opportunity, says Hermes

From semiconductor manufacturer TSMC to companies specialising in advanced driver assistance systems (Adas) in automobiles, Taiwan is home to a number of disruptive innovators that investors would be wise to take notice of, according to Hermes senior investment analyst Kunjal Gala.

BlackRock launches Asia absolute return fund

Asia | 6 Sep 16

BlackRock launches Asia absolute return fund

BlackRock has launched the Strategic Funds Asia Pacific Absolute Return Fund, which will aim to exploit the region’s “under-appreciated areas of strength.”