08/15/2016
Winemakers raise a glass to Brexit
Bordeaux wine has been linked to the UK since Henry II acquired the region in 1152 as part of the dowry of his bride Eleanor of Aquitaine, making England a top export market.
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08/15/2016
Royal Mint sees surge in demand for gold bars and coins
So far this year, the price of gold has risen by 45% in sterling terms, and 25% in dollar terms.
08/15/2016
Keynote speaker announced for Guernsey Insurance Forum
Mr Wheatley said the event will appeal to reinsurance professionals, captive managers, insurance companies, actuaries, lawyers, accountants and risk managers.
08/15/2016
Lansdowne makes push into renewable energy.
New fund will launch in the fourth quarter to capitalise on growing consumer appetite
08/15/2016
Aberdeen cuts price discount on suspended property fund
Aberdeen says it will continue to review pricing regularly, depending on market outlooks.
08/15/2016
AJ Bell launches model portfolio range
The firm recently said it had no plans of getting into full active management as it is not its expertise.
08/12/2016
Jackson overhauls flagship Miton fund after 'Brexit'
In the days following the referendum the fund plunged around 15%, and despite rallying in the rebound that followed, it remains 6.7% down this year.
08/12/2016
UK peer-to-peer lender is looking for investors from the UAE
The average investment for an individual is just short of £5,000.
08/12/2016
Zurich UK life profits jump to £63m following restructure
After a revealing these plans, Zurich UK Life has today published results for the first six months of 2016.
08/12/2016
Cofunds to offer investment trusts following Aegon deal
This could revolutionise the distribution of investment trusts, a £149 billion sector that has struggled to make inroads to the wider IFA market.
08/12/2016
Insurer Prudential mulls shifting funds to Dublin or Luxembourg
Shift to maintain access to the EU’s single market after Britain’s vote to leave the bloc
08/12/2016
Alliance Trust Savings returns to profit after Stocktrade acquisition
Assets under administration rose from £8.5bn at 31 December 2015 to £12bn at 30 June 2016.
08/11/2016
Aviva warns property fund withdrawal bars could last until 2017
Asset manager says ‘gating’ investors may be long-term measure
08/11/2016
UK government bonds turn negative and extend historic rally
Bank of England falls short of target to buy more than £1 billion of long-dated debt
08/11/2016
Development Bank Of Japan Launches New Programme On Luxembourg Stock
The development bank also plans to support regeneration projects and strengthen its financial safety net.
08/11/2016
Hedge Funds Face New Blow as $83 Billion Investor Opts for DIY
Most pension funds and insurers rely on third-party fund managers to handle their investments in alternative assets.
08/11/2016
Royal London will not add CIC to its relevant life plans
There may be no tangible tax benefit to the employer or the employee and this could potentially leave the employee liable to a benefit in kind tax liability on any premiums paid.
08/11/2016
GCC Equity Fund Attracts EU Investors
The hurdles investors face investing in the region and what he finds attractive in Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E.
08/11/2016
Pillarstone completes acquisition of Sirti - report
A new agreement was also reached with a further seven banks for a further tranche of Sirti's debts totalling EUR 37 million
08/11/2016
Former Deloitte chief and private equity house plot challenger to big four accountancy firms
He is working on the project with private equity house HG Capital.