Analysis

Asia | analysis 5 Apr 18

The inclusion of Chinese bonds in the Bloomberg Barclays Aggregate Index is an incremental step in China opening up its economy that has been welcomed by investors, but their introduction to popular emerging market indices could be more disruptive.

Investment | analysis 3 Apr 18

Global equity funds with large allocations to tech could trigger a “wider problem” if Monday’s sell off continues, with many investors exposed to the sector even if they do not have direct holdings.

Best Practice | analysis 3 Apr 18

The UK’s new trust register is ringing in big changes for non-UK trustees and beneficiaries.

Asia | analysis 27 Mar 18

Investors should stay away from what they perceive as “safe sectors”, such as consumer staples and telecommunications, as they have accumulated more debt, according to Shaniel Ramjee, London-based senior investment manager for multi-asset at Pictet Asset Management.

Industry | analysis 27 Mar 18

A certain irony pervaded recent regulatory news. Just as HM Revenue & Customs fired a warning shot that threatened heavier fines for tax evaders with overseas assets, the next chair of the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority admitted an error in judgement in using a tax-avoidance film scheme promoted by Ingenious.