Analysis
Macro Views | analysis 25 Jul 17
Is the IMF’s UK revision a red flag for investors?
The International Monetary Fund’s decision to downgrade the UK’s growth forecast for 2017 was likely a wake-up call for some investors. But is it a signal of more dire times ahead? Or just another year of mediocre growth?
Platforms | analysis 21 Jul 17
Is the FCA barking up the wrong tree over platforms?
The Financial Conduct Authority wants to use the platform review to drive more competition in the asset management sector, but experts are asking whether it is looking in the wrong place.
Equities | analysis 21 Jul 17
Positivity meets uncertainty in a global equities dilemma
Despite positive economic indicators, uncertainty over US interest rates, political risk and high valuations are casting shade on global equities, says Rory McPherson, head of investment strategy at Psigma.
Companies | analysis 21 Jul 17
UK platform inquiry a ‘red herring’ says Novia CEO Vasilieff
The Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) inquiry into online platforms risks focusing on the wrong issues and could fail to yield a good result for clients, according to industry expert and Novia chief executive Bill Vasilieff.
Macro Views | analysis 19 Jul 17
ANALYSIS: Time for active funds to adapt or die
The active funds industry must shrink, cut prices, better-align itself with investors and differentiate if it wants to compete against a passive onslaught, according to a report by Morningstar.