UK

As we fast approach Christmas, I want you to think about the suffering of investment contrarians.

Allianz GI's Matthew Hall explains why despite positive sentiment, the outlook is not completely sunny for the UK economy.

Japanese redemption offset flows into convertibles

Alastair Mundy, portfolio manager of the Investec UK Special Situations fund, warns against complacency in expecting flagging companies to bounce back immediately.

Greater global focus for the firm

Shares in mining giant drop 11%

Bleak future for hedge funds

Along with slowing growth in China and the continued weakness in commodities, the focus is turning to higher discount rates in 2016, at least in the US, says Columbia Threadneedle's Chris Kinder.

Although some see opportunity

Investment needs to be more 'fun'