Topic: Investment

Geo-political matters

Posted on September 2, 2014 by - Investment, News

Significant challenges for investors this year and beyond

In the first half of the year, geo-political unrest has dominated the headlines. There have been significant challenges for investors in recent months – geo-political upheavals, economic growth and monetary policy. Once the summer is out of the way, the attention will turn to domestic political uncertainty. (more…)

What next for interest rates?

Posted on September 2, 2014 by - Investment, News

Why the days of ultra-low interest rates look numbered

Inflation figures recently showed a sharper than expected drop in prices, cementing expectations that any rise in interest rates would be delayed until next year. (more…)

A new-look NISA way to save and invest

Posted on September 2, 2014 by - Investment, News, Wealth Creation

Have you taken advantage of your larger tax-efficient allowance?

The new Individual Savings Account (ISA) rules were introduced in July, giving savers and investors more flexibility and a larger tax-efficient allowance than ever before. Four out of ten people told the consumer organisation Which? that they would save more as a result of the annual limit increasing to £15,000, up from £11,880. (more…)

Save smart and make your existing money grow

Posted on September 2, 2014 by - Investment, News, Retirement

5 tips to help you be more confident about your financial future

1 Always have some money that you can access easily and quickly for emergencies, before looking to invest for the longer term. It’s reassuring to know you’ve got money set aside to cover your rent, mortgage, food and utilities for a number of months. (more…)

On the look-out for opportunities

Posted on July 3, 2014 by - Investment, News

Animal spirits are finally stirring again to you

It has been a long wait, but animal spirits are finally stirring again. Not just in financial markets, where the bull market has been underway for more than five years now, but in the real world of corporate activity. (more…)