The rapid growth in Asia’s economy over the past few years has been accompanied by an increase in the region’s sphere of influence. It is fair to say that over the past few years the pace of development across much of Asia has been palpable, particularly in the region’s largest economy, China.
StructuredProductReview.com's Ian Lowes says while there could be greater innovation in the structured product market, it is investors' lack of risk appetite dictating the the terms on offer.
Caution still prevails for many investors, but the traditional fixed income asset classes of sovereign and corporate debt couldn't be more out of favour.
Dion Global Solutions' Steve Martin discusses the advantages of devising model portfolios with multiple tiers of investment products, so wealth managers don't have to scrimp on personalised service for their clients.
David Hambidge explains why a full range of alternative investments alongside the traditional asset classes is needed to give clients what they want.
Walker Crips Structured Investments is to be the plan manager for a range of four new structured products designed by Société Générale and available exclusively to UK intermediaries.
PSigma Investment Management's Thomas Becket, analyses the turn in sentiment towards the UK and whether this is stems from a genuine economic improvement, or a short-term burst of good news.
The constant rise in commodity prices over the past few years may have peaked but does this mean the commodities super-cycle is over and should you buy or sell the asset class?
The FTSE 100 has had its worst intraday fall since June, despite the fillip of a jump in retail sales.
A quick look at the screens shows the MCSI World has climbed 22% year-to-date, the FTSE 100 up by 15% in the same period.
Tim Gregory, head of global equities at Psigma Investment Management, reviews the fortunes of European equities during June, and considers the outlook for the sector.
Witan Investment Trust beat its benchmark by 5.3% in the first half of the year, boosted by holdings in private equity and gearing into rising markets.
