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‘Back with a bang’: Is the UK economy back on track after GDP data?

Rob Wood, chief UK economist at Pantheon Macroeconomics, said the UK economy was “back with a bang”.

European associations release report on improving competitiveness of European capital markets

The report underscored the significance of maximising Europe’s capital markets infrastructure, amplifying capital pools and improving investor outcomes.

Jupiter’s Ariel Bezalel cautious amid US recession fears

The Jupiter Strategic Bond co-manager is adjusting his £2.5bn portfolio in the face of a looming recession in the US and the fragile global economy.

Legal & General launches new initiative to help prevent burnout

The partnership means sharing the responsibility for wellbeing and going beyond traditional roles while allowing for both parties to benefit from healthier rights and holding each other accountable.

Defaqto launches 'game-changer' MPS comparison tool

The tool will also offer providers competitor insight and allow them to differentiate their offerings from others in the field.

Why Western investors don’t care about gold’s record rise

Developed market investors seem surprisingly indifferent to gold’s recent all-time high, but its role as a ‘safe-haven’ asset is growing in emerging economies.

Firms outside London attract the majority of private capital

Ventures in finance and insurance proved to be the sector in which London was most dominant

Triodos Bank joins forces with Fondaction to accelerate positive change in global finance

Collaborating with institutions that share our vision and values is essential to fostering the transformation needed to shape tomorrow’s economy.

Walter Scott & Partners all in on global equity as other money managers push to diversify

Higher interest rates will lead to private equity and private debt markets blowing up soon enough

Advanta Solutions acquires City of London advice firm

It marks Advanta’s first acquisition in 2024 and the eighth in total

UK and Singapore Strengthen Collaboration in Sustainable Finance and FinTech

Both countries agreed to consider collaboration opportunities as the regulatory landscape evolves, including through IOSCO’s Sustainable Finance Taskforce.

Crédit Mutuel AM and La Française AM Merge to Form €86bn Manager

Eliana de Abreu will lead the project as the CEO of the ‘New’ Crédit Mutuel AM, Jean-Louis Delhay will assist her.

Partners Group introduces new ELTIF-compliant fund

International private markets company Partners Group released a ELTIF-compliant evergreen fund.

LGIM boss calls for fewer ‘unscrupulous’ buy-to-let landlords in Britain

Unscrupulous landlords who are taking people’s deposits and giving them a bad experience.

Nova Credit allies with Nottingham Building Society to offer mortgages for foreign nationals in UK

The Nottingham’s new mortgage range is an innovative solution that will empower more borrowers from overseas to realise their home-buying dream in the UK.

Allianz spearheads Sustainable Investments with Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance's comprehensive new protocol

With the release of the Protocol, Allianz and other members are setting an unprecedented course for a decarbonized portfolio.

Janus to acquire EM private team and ETF firm as Q1 outflows hit $3bn

The fund manager has poached the team from NBK and struck a deal to acquire European ETF firm Tabula on the back of a tough trading period.

Demand for advice will outstrip supply, says Morningstar president

In general, UK household’s wealth is increasing, which again will lead to more people seeking advice as it becomes more affordable.

Unlocking EU capital: Navigating AIFMD for US and other non-EU fund managers

The AIFMD mandates a minimum standard that US sponsors must meet to market a non-EU fund directly to EU professional investors.

Savills Financial Consultants advises Stonewater on £254m funding package with five lenders

Through this funding process, Stonewater has optimised its financial covenant package with both new and existing funding, unlocking financial flexibility, bolstering liquidity and enhancing borrowing capability.

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