Macro Views
Macro Views | 16 Mar 16
Client risk appetite has fallen in the UK, say IFAs
Over half of UK financial advisers say their client’s appetite for risk has decreased over the last year – with some saying the drop has been ‘dramatic’, according to new research by online investment platform rplan.
Fitch warns on China’s wealth management products
The sharp increase in wealth management products to $3.6trn raises credit and liquidity risks at Chinese banks, the ratings firm said.
Macro Views | 14 Mar 16
ANALYSIS: We consumers are ready to save the day
For the rest of 2016, being less pessimistic could be what consumers need economies and companies to feel to encourage them to come to their rescue.
Macro Views | 11 Mar 16
FTSE 250 would underperform after Brexit, says UBS Wealth
UBS Wealth Management has warned that significant parts of the FTSE 250 index would be likely to underperform in the aftermath of a British exit from the European Union.
ANALYSIS: Will Draghi ever be able to do enough?
The ECB’s latest salvo in the fight against the prospect of deflation was initially met positively by markets. But, a lack of a clear message that the Bank will cut rates further from here sent markets falling again almost as quickly.