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Germany's ban on naked short-selling in European sovereign debt, as well as shares in its 10 largest financial institutions, has sent shockwaves through global markets today. Here, M&G's Stefan Isaacs explains why the action appears to be largely symbolic...

With sovereign and political issues taking centre stage in markets recently, macroeconomic indicators have taken a back-seat in many market participants' minds. But how have the advanced economies been recovering, absent these risks?

Continued appeal of bond funds in UK market evident in latest figures from Lipper FMI

As a bond investor, I am almost hoping we do get a hung parliament.

M&G is planning to launch an international macro-focused fixed interest offering for star manager Jim Leaviss.

SPECIAL REPORT

Exactly one year ago, an outbreak of flu in Mexico led to fears of a global pandemic. 'Swine Flu' did indeed spread around the world, however for most countries it had only a limited effect on economic output. We are now facing something that is likely...

ON ASSET ALLOCATION

Prudential is closing its money market Maximum Income Trust next month after large investors planned to redeem their holdings.

M&G's £233.3m High Interest fund has powered ahead of Money Market sector peers over the past year after retaining exposure to floating rate notes hit hard during the financial crisis.