The AIFM directive was drafted by the EU in response to what it saw as an absence of common regulatory standards for non-Ucits investment vehicles and there are six key issues that specifically affect the UK-listed closed-ended fund sector.
The recent market downturn had negative consequences for many investors' portfolios. In an environment marked by severe macroeconomic stress and unprecedented volatility, both actively and passively managed investment strategies suffered. After a year...
Currently at its cheapest level for at least 30 years because of its potential for reform, the US healthcare sector is set for a strong rebound
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Opinions are divided over whether inflation or deflation poses the biggest threat to the industry
Will your client's retirement pot last as long as they do and what are the five main risks to their investments?
In recent times, ethical investing has moved further and further into the investment spotlight, and with more mainstream exposure comes greater investment choice
As the rest of the world's stock markets are tumbling, the Asian region looks set to pick up growth this year. The reason is China. Understanding how the Chinese market handles the problems will therefore be vital for understanding how many markets will...
While central banks and governments have started to think about how they might navigate a return to normality, there is little evidence that an exit is imminent