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Slowing or stalling? A cautious outlook for the global economy

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was the first, and has altered some dynamics in the global economy forever.

Bank rate hits highest level since 2009 as inflation forecasts rise to 11%

Inflation climbed steeply in April to yet another 30-year high of 9%, and the BoE has once again had to raise its predictions for the longer term as a result.

Where now for fixed income? Three PMs’ hot spots and no-go zones

Top-performing bond managers give their outlook in the face of high inflation, market volatility and shifting stances among global central banks.

Partner insight: Effective risk management is vital in a time of crisis

Supply chain transparency, research and a robust ESG rating framework are vital as the war in Ukraine continues, says Jenn-Hui Tan

Platforum: How to stand out without slashing fees

How can wealth managers differentiate themselves from each other without just racing to the bottom on fees?

Investment Outlook 2022 – mid-year update

This calls for a reassessment of the outlook for the rest of the year as investors seek to balance risk with opportunity amid market instability.

This Is For Real

The global economy is set to weaken sharply in our projections.

Schroder BSC Social Impact Trust launches its inaugural UK Impact Report

The Report details the tangible social impact of the investments made, on behalf of its clients, since the launch of the Trust in late 2020.

Russia to Lose 15K Millionaires to Emigration in 2022 – Analysis

Despite the reported departures of wealthy Russians, reports have said that many of the country's ultra-rich elites have consolidated around the Kremlin after the initial shock of the invasion died down.

Competitiveness and productive investment: What parts do they play in the reform of insurance regulation? – speech by Charlotte Gerken

To put the review in context, though: the core framework underlying the Solvency II regime and its principles are broadly fit for purpose

UK economy shrinks by 0.3%

Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, said the slowing growth has been seen worldwide.

When the 'Everything' Bubble Bursts

“The true investment challenge is to perform well in difficult times.” - Seth Klarman.

UK economy splutters as recession looms on horizon

Contraction in services was the main driver of the fall in monthly GDP growth, but manufacturing and production continues to struggle with rising prices and supply chain shortages.

Big Interview: Intelligent Energy boss on why they might have to build £100m gigafactory in Europe

‘We are British-owned with brilliant products and an ambition to grow quickly – the ball is in the Government’s court

UK economic growth will 'grind to a halt' this year

“The war in Ukraine came just as the UK was beginning a Covid recovery; placing a further squeeze on business profitability,” he added.

Number of four-day-week jobs rises by 90% as UK firms begin trial

Such adverts were ‘negligible’ a year ago, head of jobs site says

Inflation will subside but recession looms, warns Pictet's Paolini

Swiss group's five-year outlook identifies emerging markets, commodities and other alts as opportunities.

Bonds are back – here’s why

A record sell-off coupled with a shifting economic backdrop mean opportunities in global fixed income markets have appeared.

Estate planning: why make a will?

This alone demonstrates the importance of estate planning for those who wish to have peace of mind for themselves and their loved ones when it comes to their succession.

Why this CIO believes ‘I don’t know’ isn’t said enough in AM

Sometimes it’s OK not to know something as things are more likely to unravel when someone feels certain they are right, but are, in fact, wrong, warns Man AHL’s Russell Korgaonkar.

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