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News Archive 2013

The birth of Abenomics and the prospects for Japan

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.

University education – how to save for the cost of a degree

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.

China’s shadow banking system – a giant Ponzi scheme?

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.

Are you heading for retirement poverty?

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.

The conundrum facing cautious investors

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).

Manager of the month - Alister Hibbert, BlackRock European Dynamic

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.

Platform charging structures to change next year

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.

Economic Review and Outlook May 2013

Robert Harley 08/05/2013

Robert Harley, senior research analysts provides a global economic review for the last month.

Does it pay to ‘Sell in May?’

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.

Five years of Multi-Asset Portfolios

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.

Has gold lost its lustre?

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.

23% of UK adults have “lost” a pension pot

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.

New tax rates and allowances for 2013/14

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.

Economic Review and Outlook April 2013

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.

New ISA allowance £11,520: Four ways to make the most of it

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

Secure your ISA in minutes before 11.30pm

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.

ISA 2013: your last-minute ISA

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.

Three ways to open your ISA in three minutes

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.

Top-rated income fund for your ISA: Threadneedle UK Equity Income

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.

Budget 2013: AIM companies allowed in Stocks & Share ISAs

Jason Hollands 20/03/2013

Budget 2013: AIM shares can now be included in Stocks & Shares Individual Savings Accounts.

Budget 2013: Will Child Trust Fund transfers into Junior ISAs be allowed?

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

Budget 2013: the macro view – very little to take heart from

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.

Budget 2013: Bestinvest roundup

Tim Stalkartt 20/03/2013

The headline grabber is the increase in the personal allowance to £10,000 paid for by public sector cuts.

FTSE 100 hits five-year high, does this mean shares are expensive?

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.

ISA 2013: the right companies pay dividends

Robert Harley 18/03/2013

Equity income funds have also come into their own as a choice for growth investors.

Six top fund choices for your ISA

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.

Investing in Europe: a top-rated ISA idea

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.

Bestinvest voted finalist at PAM awards

Tim Stalkartt 15/03/2013

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Our top-selling funds revealed

Lee Dooley 13/03/2013

Looking for top-selling ISA funds? Our top-10 list reveals where our clients were investing last month.

Economic review and outlook March 2013

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.

Start saving early to cover future degree costs

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.

Global emerging markets - a long-term investment for your ISA

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.

Don't let the banks cash in on your international money transfers

Lee Dooley 26/02/2013

To help make your money go further, Bestinvest has partnered with one of Europe’s leading currency specialists, HiFX.

Investing in Japan - our ISA ideas

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.

Pushed into higher-rate tax? Pensions can help you reclaim tax

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.

ISA or Pension - Which works for you ?

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.

ISA ideas: Companies with compelling strengths

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.

Avoid a pounding – how to protect your portfolio from currency weakness

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.

What are “soft closures”?

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.

Chinese Year of the Snake: A Good Omen?

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.

Economic review and outlook February 2013

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.

Spot the Dog hounds poor performing fund managers

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.

Do ‘absolute return’ funds have a place in a portfolio?

Robert Harley 11/01/2013

Many so-called absolute return funds have disappointed in recent years. Here we explore why.

Economic review and outlook January 2013

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.

Kick start your investments with a January detox

Jason Hollands 04/01/2013

When it comes to your investments, it also makes sense to get your investment strategy back in to shape.

Threadneedle funds: fund manager views for 2013

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.

Fidelity funds: fund manager views for 2013

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.

Newton funds: fund manager views for 2013

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.

JO Hambro Capital Management funds: fund manager views for 2013

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.

What do fund managers think is in store for investors in 2013?

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.

US fiscal cliff “deal” removes another short-term uncertainty

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.

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