Investment
Investment | 28 Jul 15
GDP rebound strengthens case for UK rate hike
UK GDP is estimated to have grown 0.7% in the second quarter the Office for National Statistics said on Tuesday, up from 0.4% reported for Q1.
Investment | 27 Jul 15
Investor caution keeps UK Equity Income, Property June’s best-sellers
Investor sentiment continues to lean towards defensive assets as UK Equity Income and Property remain the best-selling sectors, as shown in FundsNetwork study of June sales data.
Commodities | 24 Jul 15
ANALYSIS: Is it time to rethink mega caps?
Anglo American CEO, Mark Cutifani made it clear at the group’s interim results presentation on Friday that the mining sector is currently facing one of the toughest periods he has seen so far in a 40-year long career. And, the sector’s woes have a way to run still.
Investment | 23 Jul 15
Bond squeeze: The rising risk of policy misstep
Turbulence in bond markets has left bond investors nervous and cash piles high but while more movement is expected, certainty on a few issues could see investors moving back into the market during the second half of the year.
Investment | 23 Jul 15
ANALYSIS: Is cash the right accessory to beat the summer heat?
With the traditional summer volatility set to be followed by a US interest rate hike, some managers are holding their highest-ever cash weightings – but is this the right course of action?