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What skeletons lurk beyond Archegos?

The episode also highlights the importance of robust governance and risk controls, as well as the danger of leverage.

Alex Chesterman: the archetypal unicorn-builder

Prior to Zoopla, we had invested in Alex’s previous company, LoveFilm which he founded alongside others

Strengthening resilience is the key to success in 2021, says PwC's Global Crisis Survey

According to survey respondents, for 2021, the outlook is positive: In PwC's 24th Annual Global CEO Survey, published earlier this month, a record-high 76 percent of CEOs believe global economic growth will improve in 2021.

Mega domestic bank consolidation takes centre stage— Spain leads the charge

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: banks — H2 2020 and outlook for 2021

Every Briton should be paid a ‘Basic Income’ to KICKSTART economy claims campaigner

Due to the coronavirus pandemic the UK introduced a furlough scheme, with the state paying 80 percent of the wages of those unable to work, whilst America provided most of its citizens with cash stimulus payments.

Better Growth Offsets Inflation Angst - Gary Dugan

Bond market volatility has moderated, but in our view, the direction for US government bond yields is still higher.

The perfect post‐trade storm – Will you survive, or thrive?

The financial services industry seems to have been navigating treacherous conditionsfor aslong as most people can now remember. But, isthere a bigger post‐trade storm on the horizon, and are you prepared for it?

Covid continues to pose challenges for households and businesses

At the start of the Covid pandemic, central banks had to act to stabilise important markets which were not functioning normally.

The value of growth

With growing concerns about seemingly overinflated tech stocks, companies such as Accenture and tech-giant Alphabet may currently look pricey.

Seven Charts Show How Brexit Has Already Changed the City of London

Here’s how Europe’s financial capital is holding up after the U.K.’s departure from the EU.

Private equity could be set for rocket recovery

Karsten Langer of Riverside Europe Partners in Luxembourg, says private equity-backed firms will likely emerge stronger and faster than others from the pandemic.

The CLIC Chronicles: Now you can subscribe to a new sofa – the rise of furniture rental

A growing number of new companies now offer furniture for rent instead of purchase, joining established retail giants, which are shifting their focus to a more sustainable way to live.

Rising Inflation - What Could It Mean For Your Investments? by Coutts

The prospect of rising inflation ruffled feathers in February, but your investments with Coutts are well positioned to cope.

Which equity sectors can combat higher inflation? by Schroders

Some investors are worried that inflation is set to rise. We look at which equity sectors could prove to be the most resilient.

Brightening UK outlook sends bonds sinking most in two decades

Prospects for Britain’s government debt have diverged from European counterparts

Amundi warns bitcoin in for ‘brutal’ price correction as regulation hits

Amundi has no plans to offer clients crypto options in the near future

Getting life back on track by St. James’s Place

UK adults are taking life milestones more seriously than ever following 12 months of restrictions.

Are you meeting the needs of vulnerable clients?

Recent studies have shown that vulnerability can be exacerbated by the processes of firms if it isn’t taken into account.

Tom Selby: Time to rewrite our pensions policy shambles

There is also a lifetime allowance.

The UK shares the pros are backing to play post-pandemic recovery

Fund managers are positioning to profit from the ‘reflation trade’. We name the shares they are backing.

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