Aviva’s retail platform tops £1 billion milestone
Aviva’s Wrap platform has exceeded £1 billion assets under management (AUM) as it continues to build momentum with its mid-market offering.
Are risk free interest rates truly riskless?
The risk free interest rate, defined as the return available on an asset with no risk of financial loss, is one of the key building blocks of corporate finance and [...]
Adviser confidence in global economy has hit a 12 month low
Financial advisers’ sentiment towards the state of the global economy turned negative in Q2 across all regions surveyed, with confidence levels falling to a below average score of 4.9 out [...]
Ivestment Management Association’s response to Fair Pensions report
In response to a recent Fair Pensions report – Whose Duty? Ensuring effective stewardship in contract-based pensions – Jonathan Lipkin, IMA’s Associate Director, Pensions and Research, said:
Investors seek safe haven in Fixed Interest and Cash
Investment into UK Fixed Interest and Cash funds spiked in the second quarter of 2012 as investors sought refuge from the market volatility caused by the Euro crisis, according to [...]
Man versus machine for investment decisions?
There’s little doubt technology is revolutionising business. But what about investment? Finance is no less prone to change than other industries. Automatic trading programs can generate profits in seconds but [...]
Who’s afraid of the bogeyman?
As markets hit post-crisis highs, who’s afraid of the bogeyman? Investec Multi-Asset portfolio managers Philip Saunders and Max King comment on investor sentiment and contrarian portfolio positioning
‘Dash for cash’ is over – UK Fixed Interest sector becomes clear leader
Skandia’s Q1* sales figures show the ‘dash for cash’ could be over as sales into the cash sector fall by over 80% since Q4.
Free investment company training
Online sessions will help advisers get ready for RDR and provide certified training up to Level 4 The Association of Investment Companies (AIC) is now offering free online accredited training [...]
Is the investment industry the market that needs social media most?
97.09% of people questioned in a survey said their buying decisions are influenced by social groups The financial services industry could prove an ideal home to social media applications
