central banks

While the yield attractions of equities have rarely been so strong relative to bonds, it is undoubtedly right that a significant amount of commentary is currently devoted to record levels of net debt and shrinking dividend cover.

Central bank action has reduced volatility

The traditional 60/40 fund, which dates back to the 1950s, no longer works in the current economic climate, argues Ashley Lynn, analyst at Orbis Investments.

Interesting times for investors

In this week's Big Question, fund managers discuss whether concerns about rising inflation have been overstated, and reveal their portfolio positioning.

Threat of Eurosceptic movements

Trust reports full year results

Revisions to growth forecast

Criticised monetary policy

While IMF global growth forecasts may have finally steadied after five consecutive semi-annual cuts, it is not to say that the global economy has stabilised and is set to normalise once again.