Investment
Alternatives | 6 Nov 17
Bitcoins – passing fad or new era of investment?
Bitcoins have attracted a tremendous amount of noise this year and are now firmly in the mainstream. But are cryptocurrencies a passing fad? Or should investors be paying attention?
European investors expect 8.7% return
European investors expect to generate an average annual 8.7% return on their investments over the next five years, according to the Schroders Global Investor Study. Investors in the rest of the world expect even higher returns. Is irrational exuberance kicking in?
Fixed Income | 3 Nov 17
Aberdeen Standard unveils short duration credit fund
Aberdeen Standard Investments has launched a global short duration corporate bond fund to counter the effect of rising interest rates on fixed income portfolios.
Fixed Income | 3 Nov 17
Silver linings of a mercurial market
Volatile markets have created some unexpected opportunities for global flexible bond funds, says Morningstar.
Vanguard launches pair of fixed income funds
Vanguard has launched two global Ucits corporate bond funds.