A selection of company news can be found below.
24 April 2024
As the tension continues to mount in the Middle East, with Israel launching what many view a token gesture attack on Iran, the oil price has remained surprisingly constant. In the past, even the slightest hint of conflict in the Middle East pushed prices well beyond $100 a barrel.
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17 April 2024
Few expected such a brutally honest assessment when the Bank of England asked former US Federal Reserve leader Ben Bernanke to assess the bank’s economic modelling. While many historical criticisms targeted at the Bank of England were covered, the report was less comprehensive than some had hoped. However, where comments were made, they were direct, to the point and, in some cases, highly critical of the current situation.
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10 April 2024
The Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) sector has grown significantly in recent years, allowing investors to trade a vast range of different assets. Those who follow the investment markets will know that ETFs are tradable during regular market hours, which gives them a considerable advantage over collective investments. However, why are they even being talked about in the same breath as annuities?
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03 April 2024
Over the last 15 years, investors have faced several significant challenges: the financial crash of 2008, Covid, conflicts around the world and the cost of living crisis. Today, the consensus is that interest rates have peaked, and we are simply waiting for them to fall. While cash can be a helpful backbone, especially in times of trouble, it's essential to appreciate the impact on portfolio performance when holding large amounts of cash for prolonged periods.
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27 March 2024
The recent announcement that UK base rates will remain unchanged was no surprise to the market. However, the genuinely positive upbeat statement from Andrew Bailey, the governor of the Bank of England, did surprise many. So, what did we learn about the future direction of UK base rates?
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20 March 2024
A recent report on US investment trends highlighted the growing investment in passive funds compared to their active counterparts. This type of trend will move with market sentiment, but at the moment, it is finely balanced.
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