Analysis

Best Practice | analysis 19 Aug 16

In the first of a new series of three independent reviews of international life products, Brian O’Neill, consultant at Isle of Man-based actuary and consultancy firm Boal & Co, puts the spotlight on RL360°’s regular savings product called Quantum.

Multi Asset | analysis 17 Aug 16

Call it symptomatic of the summer lull but, with so much debate centred on cost, genuine product innovation seems to have taken something of a back seat.

Fixed Income | analysis 16 Aug 16

Despite a mixed picture for inflation globally, investors remain content to err on the side of the central banks, but something has to give soon.

Best Practice | analysis 15 Aug 16

In the latest instalment of a focus on business transition principles, Mike Leeson takes a look at the pivotal role investment planning plays in helping to build a sustainable, centralised process.

Commodities | analysis 12 Aug 16

The first half of 2016 was the first time investment has been the largest component of gold demand for two consecutive quarters. Should this leave gold bugs feeling vindicated or afraid?