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Alternatives | news 17 Mar 16
Replacing fixed income with equity market-neutral – a dangerous idea
Some investors replace part of their fixed income holdings with market-neutral equity. Though these funds are supposedly uncorrelated to the equity market, it’s better to choose a diversified approach, argues Rui Machado, alternative investments director at IM gestao de ativos in Lisbon.
Singapore plans regulation to attract domiciled funds
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is considering a new regulatory structure to accommodate open-ended investment companies (Oeics) in a bid to encourage more asset managers to domicile funds in the city-state.
International Adviser Product & Service Awards 2016
As International Adviser builds on its 10 years in the market place, I am delighted to announce the launch of its Product and Service Awards on 12 May at The Waldorf Hilton, London.
Tax & Regulation | news 16 Mar 16
The budget breakdown: tax tweaks but no seismic shocks
Chancellor George Osborne stood before the House of Commons and delivered yet another budget on Wednesday. Among the usual pithy remarks, the chancellor outlined another set of changes to the UK’s finances.
Investment | news 16 Mar 16
Osborne introduces Lifetime ISA for pensions and first homes
The chancellor George Osborne has introduced a new Lifetime Isa which allows anyone under 40 to save up to £4,000 each year tax free, with the government giving savers £1 for every £4 saved.