What advantages do Multi-Asset funds offer?
Multi-Asset funds can range from more aggressive asset allocation strategies with a higher allocation to equities, to more conservatively positioned funds which are likely to have a greater exposure to more defensive assets, such as Fixed Income. Multi-Asset can often...
LiveMore cuts rates across 5-yr mortgages plus ER
LiveMore, the mortgage lender for people aged 50 to 90 plus, has today reduced rates across a wide range of products by up to 0.58%. The cuts span their five-year fixed rates on retirement interest only (RIO), standard interest-only and standard capital and interest...
Helping employers support employees through stress and anxiety this Mental Health Awareness Week- MetLife UK
Written by Adrian Matthews, Head of Employee Benefits at MetLife UK An estimated nine in ten UK adults have experienced high or extreme stress in the last year with one in five needing to take time off work due to poor mental health. While it’s common for people to...
Why Multi-Asset funds are facing a bright future
How and why Vanguard’s range of Multi-Asset funds is set to continue to deliver long-term, consistent results for advisers and their clients. In this exclusive interview with IFA Magazine, Vanguard’s Nick Davis and Mohneet Dhir discuss some of the reasons why...
Fixed Income in the News
abrdn relaunches two fixed income funds with unconstrained approach, believing that “inflation volatility is here to stay”
The future is likely to be characterised by inflation volatility, frequent changes to central bank policy and unpredictable bond markets. In these times, investors need more diversification strategies than have traditionally been available through straightforward...
74% of UK asset owners bullish on fixed income opportunities in year ahead
Driven by a favourable fixed income outlook, 74% of UK asset owners say the next 12 months is a crucial window for locking in long-term income in high quality bonds, according to a new study by Capital Group, one of the world’s largest active fund managers, with...
Webinar catch up: The role of Fixed Income in supporting efficient MPS diversification
We were delighted to host our most recent webinar, in association with Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM). Fund managers Francis Chua and Aimee Bowkett are both experienced Model Portfolio Service managers having been in the profession for many years,...
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Nottingham Building Society launches new five-year fixed mortgage products for foreign nationals
Nottingham Building Society has announced the launch of five-year fixed mortgage products to support foreign nationals looking to securing...
B Lab UK research reveals UK public back change to company law to put people, the planet and profit on more equal footing
New research released today reveals that over three quarters of the UK public (76%) believe that, more than ever before, the law needs to...
Rise of ‘Gen T’ – Younger investors behave more like traders compared to older generations
· Gen Z and Millennials are adopting trader-like open and active investment strategies, substantially more than Gen X and Boomers,...
Do we suffer from an investment “home bias”?
Andrew Ness, Portfolio Manager at Templeton Emerging Markets Investment Trust Despite the undeniable growth potential and innovation in...
Asset Allocation: Make sure you know what you are looking at
There can be little doubt that when it comes to Multi-Asset funds, it’s not a case of one size fits all. In this article by Fraser...
Legal & General to support Later Life Lending Collaboration adviser events across UK
The Later Life Lending Collaboration will host a series of free adviser events across the UK, exploring the later life landscape in 2024....
Three big questions for multi-asset investors: US equities, bond performance and ESG
Analysis from Shane O’Brien, Senior Investment Director & Head of Multi-asset & Macro Investment Specialists at Aviva Investors...
abrdn relaunches two fixed income funds with unconstrained approach, believing that “inflation volatility is here to stay”
The future is likely to be characterised by inflation volatility, frequent changes to central bank policy and unpredictable bond markets....
Movera appoints Mark Tosetti as CEO of CAL
Movera, the UK’s largest home moving group, has appointed Mark Tosetti as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of its panel manager business,...
Propertymark is keen to see Labour implement tax support within their upcoming ‘Independent Review of the Private Rented Sector’ report
Propertymark is keen to see the Labour Party commit to the implementation of tax support for the private rented sector as part of its...
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IFAM 128 | Spring forward | May 2024
Welcome to the May edition of IFA Magazine. As usual, within it we bring you a range of insight, analysis and information from experts across the profession. It’s all intended to support you and your teams, not just in what you do but how you do it. The considerable...
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GBI 44 | Opportunity and risk | April 2024
Hello, and welcome to the third issue of GBI Magazine this year. Tax year-end is now firmly in our sights, as we bring you yet another magazine full of exclusive content and valuable insights from industry experts. We kick things off with the second part of our...
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Multi-Asset Investment Funds 2024: latest Annual Report is available NOW
We are delighted to announce that our inaugural report into Multi-Asset Investment Funds is now available to readers. Researched and written by leading Compliance Consultant Tony Catt, this digital report focuses on global multi asset funds in 2024, bringing expert...
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The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill Beyond the Headlines: Significant adjustments in legal costs
Written by Shabnam Ali-Khan - Partner at Russell-Cooke and a member of the Association of Leasehold Enfranchisement Practitioners (ALEP) Th...
HSBC UK reveals Gen Z are best savers and launches new savings feature
Nearly nine in ten (87%) 16–24-year-olds have a savings account – more than any other age group, according to new data from HSBC UK. One in...
Residential fixed mortgage rate increases gain pace
Moneyfacts UK Mortgage Trends Treasury Report data reveals rises to average two- and five-year fixed mortgage rates gained pace month-on-mon...
Britain’s Retirement Crisis: Rising Numbers Forced to Structure Home Loans Extending into Retirement
Rise in retirement-extending loans increases from 31% to 42% last year alone Rudy Khaitan, Managing Partner of Senior Capital, hig...
Which European countries are using electric vehicles the least?
New research has revealed the European countries using electric vehicles the least, with Bosnia and Herzegovina coming out on top. The...
72% of financial advisers consider integration of AI important for their business, yet 95% feel unprepared
Nearly three-quarters (72%) of financial advisers believe it’s important to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their processes. How...
Wealthy Brits are delaying major life decisions due to the cost of living crisis
89% of people with assets of over £250k have delayed a ‘major life decision’ according to the fifth Saltus Wealth Index Report Almost nine i...
“For long term investors, time is your friend” says Bhavin Shah
Given the considerable uncertainties in today’s world, Bhavin Shah, portfolio manager of the BNY Mellon FutureLegacy fund range, reflects on...
Is ‘AI-washing’ on the rise? 560 UK-listed companies promoted AI use to investors this year
The number of UK companies that have issued statements to their shareholders that include the promoting their use of ‘AI’ has increased 75%...
Empowering Gen-Z women: Tips from a successful female CEO to maximise potential
Over 60% of Gen-Z women aspire to drive innovation personally, and a remarkable 93% of those under 30 aim to climb up the career ladder. In...