Gareth Lewis
24/05/2013
For policymakers, Japan’s lost decades have stood as a stark reminder of what can happen to an economy that experiences a catastrophic collapse in its banking system.
Jason Hollands
23/05/2013
University costs are soaring and the next generation faces a huge bill for their education. But with forward planning, it is possible to help your children and grandchildren meet the cost of university.
Gareth Lewis
22/05/2013
Large parts of the shadow banking system in China increasingly resemble a giant Ponzi scheme that operates with at least tacit support from authorities.
jason hollands
22/05/2013
Research published by insurance and pensions giant Prudential has revealed that as many as one in five Briton’s retiring this year will fall below the income poverty line.
Jason Hollands
17/05/2013
Those of a more cautious disposition are starved of options as a result of central bank monetary policy distorting valuations across a number of asset classes (but notably bonds).
Mark Lane
13/05/2013
Our manager of the month accolade goes to Alister Hibbert of the BlackRock European Dynamic fund.Hibbert has been managing money in Europe since 2001.
Jason Hollands
10/05/2013
On 26 April 2013 the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the new name for the UK’s financial services regulator, announced Retail distribution review (RDR) 2 that will apply to all investment platforms.
Robert Harley
08/05/2013
Robert Harley, senior research analysts provides a global economic review for the last month.
Jason Hollands
03/05/2013
While for many May is a cheerful reminder that the summer is on its way, for some it is the start of an ominous season in which markets have a habit of entering choppy waters.
Tom White
26/04/2013
Bestinvest launched our Multi-Asset Portfolio (MAP) funds of funds on 28 April 2008, five years ago this week. From these humble beginnings the funds now have more than £500 million in assets.
Jason Hollands
18/04/2013
Gold saw its biggest two-day decline in value for three decades between last Friday and Monday, falling by 14%, representing a further leg to a downward trend year to date.
Jason Hollands
11/04/2013
Comment from Jason Hollands: Research released today by charity Age UK suggests that 23% of UK adults have lost track of at least one of their pensions and have problems tracing them.
Sam Coppin
11/04/2013
We think it makes good sense to use up ISA and pension allowances as early as possible each tax year to maximise the length of time your money is sheltered from the taxman.
Robert Harley
08/04/2013
Leading indicators and money trends suggest global growth rates may slow into Q2 2013, which may in turn cause equity markets to pause for breath after their recent rally.
Duncan Scott
06/04/2013
With cash ISA returns at record lows, it is worth remembering that you can use your full £11,520 allowance in a Stocks & Shares ISA which can be suited to your own overall approach to risk
Duncan Scott
05/04/2013
If you still haven’t used your ISA allowance this year, time is running out; soon the chance to protect up to £11,280 of your savings will be gone.
Duncan Scott
28/03/2013
With time running out to use this year’s ISA allowance, our range of ready-made portfolios offer a quick and simple way to invest in a selection of top-rated funds.
Duncan Scott
28/03/2013
If you still haven’t used your ISA allowance this year, time is running out; soon the chance to protect up to £11,280 of your savings will be gone.
Lee Dooley
22/03/2013
With interest rates and bond yields at record low levels, equity income funds are a popular choice for income seekers as they currently offer higher yields but also the potential for rising dividends and capital growth.
Jason Hollands
20/03/2013
Budget 2013: AIM shares can now be included in Stocks & Shares Individual Savings Accounts.
Jason Hollands
20/03/2013
The Budget announced that a consultation on options for transferring Child Trust Funds to Junior ISAs will take place. This is welcome news for parents
Ben Seager-Scott
20/03/2013
It came as little surprise to hear that the Government is now painfully off-track in terms of bringing Government borrowing under control.
Tim Stalkartt
20/03/2013
The headline grabber is the increase in the personal allowance to £10,000 paid for by public sector cuts.
Jason Hollands
18/03/2013
When investors read about the FTSE soaring and reaching a new high, they may ask whether equities have now peaked and if shares have become expensive.
Robert Harley
18/03/2013
Equity income funds have also come into their own as a choice for growth investors.
Lee Dooley
18/03/2013
Where should I invest my ISA? Our six top fund choices for your ISA will give your ideas to boost your Stocks & Shares ISA before April 5.
Mark Lane
18/03/2013
Top European fund ISA idea: Threadneedle European Select. This 5 star fund is an excellent way to access quality European opportunities.
Tim Stalkartt
15/03/2013
If you would like to speak to us about our wealth management services please call us on 020 7189 2465.
Lee Dooley
13/03/2013
Looking for top-selling ISA funds? Our top-10 list reveals where our clients were investing last month.
Robert Harley
08/03/2013
Following a strong start to the new year, global equity indices paused for breath through February, however this masked a more mixed performance at the regional level.
Jason Hollands
07/03/2013
The costs of a degree have spiralled in recent years, with some estimates suggesting that a course at an elite Russell Group university will already be in excess of £50k.
Ben Seager-Scott
27/02/2013
We are confident that global emerging markets offer investors long-term growth potential. Here is one of our five-star rated First State Global Emerging Markets Leaders fund.
Lee Dooley
26/02/2013
To help make your money go further, Bestinvest has partnered with one of Europe’s leading currency specialists, HiFX.
Sophie Muller
25/02/2013
Investing in Japan funds with your Stocks & Shares ISA. Get our top-rated ISA ideas including GLG Japan Core Alpha and Schroder Tokyo.
Tim Stalkartt
25/02/2013
The next few days are a key chance to make the most of carrying forward unused contributions from 2012/13 before they are lost forever.
Tim Stalkartt
22/02/2013
We are often asked what should I invest in, a pension or an ISA? There’s not a right or wrong answer so we thought it might help to highlight some of the considerations.
Simon Moore
20/02/2013
In an environment of low global growth, the key to successful investing is to identify companies of all sizes with competitive strengths that are difficult for rivals to replicate.
Tom White
15/02/2013
Some Bestinvest clients have called us asking how they can protect their portfolios from sterling weakness. Recent statistics have cast doubt on the strength of our economic recovery.
Jason Hollands
11/02/2013
Aberdeen are the latest group to have announced their intention to “soft close” a popular fund, in this case the £3.7 billion Aberdeen Emerging Markets fund, which holds a three-star Bestinvest rating.
Ben Seager-Scott
08/02/2013
China’s Year of the Snake is here and with the snake characterised by strong organisation, deft manoeuvring, insightful decision making and luck with finances.
Robert Harley
06/02/2013
Global equity markets staged a strong start to the new year with the FTSE 100 enjoying its best January since the late 1980s.
Jason Hollands
25/01/2013
Spot the Dog 2013 has identified 64 unit trusts and OEIC funds that have consistently under performed over the last three years.Request your free copy.
Robert Harley
11/01/2013
Many so-called absolute return funds have disappointed in recent years. Here we explore why.
Robert Harley
08/01/2013
A lacklustre performance from the important US market dampened broad global equity index returns; more cyclical equity regions generally fared better.
Jason Hollands
04/01/2013
When it comes to your investments, it also makes sense to get your investment strategy back in to shape.
Simon Moore
04/01/2013
What is in store for investors in Europe and the UK? We spoke to the managers of Threadneedle European Select and Threadneedle UK Equity Income fund.
Simon Moore
04/01/2013
What is in store for investors looking for income or those looking at emerging markets? We spoke to managers at Fidelity for their 2013 outlook.
Simon Moore
04/01/2013
The outlook for 2013 – what is in store for investors seeking global income? We spoke to James Harries, Manager of the Newton Global Higher Income fund.
Simon Moore
04/01/2013
The outlook for 2013 – what is in store for investors in Japan and also the UK? Scott McGlashan, Manager of the JOHCM Japan fund and John Wood, Manager of the JOHCM UK Opportunities fund share their views.
Simon Moore
04/01/2013
As the new year kicks off, we ask a number of fund managers from different fund houses what they believe the year ahead holds.
Gareth Lewis
02/01/2013
After some hair raising brinksmanship between the Republicans and Democrats, a deal of sorts has been approved by the US Senate and House of Representatives broadly as expected.