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GAM has launched a global bond fund for managers Tim Haywood and Daniel Sheard aiming to deliver between 5% and 10% per annum for investors through a wide spectrum of fixed income securities.

In March China published its 12th five-year plan. The word ‘plan' has been adjusted to take into account the growing role of the private sector in economic growth.

Neptune manager believes unpredictable energy prices pose near-term inflation problem

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Of all the BRIC countries, the one I find most interesting from an investment perspective is India, and yet it seems to get the least amount of attention, despite a growing number of excellent funds in the country.

The reaction of the major financial markets to the death of Osama Bin Laden shows the disparity between those who look forward and those who look back.

Sarasin's Whitehead tips Monetary Policy Committee to hike rates in May as inflation soars, providing potential boost to dividend-focused equities

Asia-based boutique Atlantis Investment Management has made its $41m Asian fund accessible to UK and European investors with the addition of sterling and euro share classes.

China's property bubble is set to burst this year, triggering a 30% fall in values, Aberdeen's Hugh Young said, echoing last week's warning from Anthony Bolton the sector is overheating.

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