Funds

Aviva has written to advisers outlining its views on the challenges facing Mark Barnett, following a review of how he runs funds previously managed by Neil Woodford.

James Henderson has added a small stake in Tesco to his Lowland investment trust, after shares plunged 15% following the supermarket's third profit warning in four months.

Simon Gergel, manager of The Merchants trust, explains why he is finding opportunities in mega caps and specific recovery situations.

Ascentric's managing director, Hugo Thorman, has argued advisers' use of model portfolios is hindering the popularity of investment trusts.

Andrew Lebus, Pantheon International Participations investment trust manager, explains how recent changes in China have helped create a tailwind for opportunities in the US manufacturing sector.

Rapid water consumption caused by population growth in emerging markets is creating opportunities to invest in water-based companies.

Tim Orton, chief executive of Aviva's platform business, is aiming to double assets under administration (AUA) to £10bn by the end of 2015.

Hargreaves Lansdown chief financial officer Tracey Taylor has stepped down from her role and will leave the business next year.

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