Brexit

After the strong end to 2019 where the 'Boris bounce' led the FTSE All-Share up roughly 6% in December alone, the start of 2020 has found markets in a more cautious mood.

We are 11 years into one of the greatest stockmarket upswings in history, yet the joy has not been evenly spread.

Property and tech expected to boom

UK must have scope to amend own rules

An interesting side effect of labelling oneself a contrarian investor is that many observers expect a constant stream of non-consensual thoughts and portfolio positions.

At the start of 2020, there are grounds for investors to be optimistic.

Investors in the UK housebuilding sector have enjoyed exceptional returns since the Global Financial Crisis and 2019 was no different, with average total returns including dividends of 53%.

BlackRock top the tables

Five managers assess potential headwinds and tailwinds

Ex-editors recall their most memorable moments