Investment
Macro Views | 29 Jun 16
Life companies still vulnerable despite share rally
Companies in the life insurance sector will continue to be vulnerable to further market shocks in the aftermath of the Brexit vote despite a rally in shares, research has shown.
Loss of free trade is main threat post Brexit says Irish Funds
The post Brexit arrangements may threaten the free trade approach between countries that has enabled Ireland’s financial industry to prosper, according to the Irish Funds Industry Association.
Commodities | 29 Jun 16
Sipp providers need to simplify charges, say experts
Providers of self-invested personal pension schemes (Sipps) need to simplify their charging structures to make it easier for financial advisers to compare products, experts in the industry have said.
Asia emerging as a safe-haven, says OMGI
As worries over China’s economy and currency ease and political risks in Europe and the US flare, Asia could become a safe-haven, said Joshua Crabb, Old Mutual Global Investors head of Asian equities.
Commodities | 29 Jun 16
Is gold starting to glitter again?
Pictet Asset Management is overweight gold as concerns grow over political risks and the US dollar, said chief strategist Luca Paolini.