ECB

Yen and euro stronger

Could face costly regulatory barriers

Was it hopes disappointed, or simply more of the same? Or both? 2015 continued to be characterised by what is widely perceived as 'dull world growth', writes Cazenove Capital CIO Richard Jeffrey.

Equity markets across the globe have staged a come-back after falling into a bear market earlier this week, boosted by hopes of further stimulus measures from the ECB and a 6% rise in oil prices.

New powers for the trust

A confluence of economic data releases and central bank policy announcements towards the end of 2015 buffeted investors and raised questions about the global growth outlook.

As Sam Morse celebrates five years at the helm of the Fidelity European Values trust, he talks to Katrina Lloyd about why QE is an "easy" option, why one rule doesn't fit all in China and his outlook for dividend growth in 2016.

The economic conditions are not improving significantly in the eurozone with poor growth and low inflation, according to EI Sturdza's Eric Vanraes.

Ex-ECB president Trichet also appointed

Extends QE to at least March 2017