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The Investing section combines market analysis with expert forecasts and investment strategies. It aims to help readers—from novice investors to professionals—make informed decisions across asset classes, regions and market cycles.

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ARTICLE 50 COUNTDOWN DRIVES RUSH TO TRANSFER UK PENSIONS OVERSEAS

The imminent triggering of Article 50 – the official start of the UK’s divorce proceedings from the...

5th January, 2017

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THE HUMAN SIDE OF PRIVATE EQUITY IS A GOOD THING

Over the years, much has been written about Private Equity and the impact it has had on acquired com...

5th January, 2017

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HEIGHTENED POLITICAL DISRUPTION ADDS WEIGHT TO THE ARGUMENT FOR EUROPEAN REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT RISK RATINGS TO BE GIVEN A STANDALONE MODEL

By Emmanuel Lumineau, CEO and Thomas Schneider, CIO at BrickVest, the international online real esta...

5th January, 2017

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ENERGY PRICES ARE RISING: HOW IT HAPPENED, AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR GLOBAL INVESTORS

By Philip Racusin, CEO of EnergyFunders In November, OPEC announced its agreement to cut production...

3rd January, 2017

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THREAT OF DIVORCE AMONG THEIR CHILDREN PUTTING PARENTS OFF INHERITANCE TAX PLANNING

With divorce rates reaching peak season in January1, a new study2 by Investec Wealth & Investmen...

3rd January, 2017

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TOP THREE RISKS IN 2017 FOR INVESTORS: THE FED, ELECTIONS IN THE EU, OIL PRICE IMPACT

2017 looks set to bring positive news for investors, but Donald Trump’s policies and the Federal Res...

3rd January, 2017

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RAPID URBANISATION – UNLOCKING THE POWER OF CITIES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Rapid urbanisation presents challenges, but also opportunities for business, society and sustainable...

22nd December, 2016

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HEARTWOOD INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT – MARKET OUTLOOK 2017

Fixed Income: David Absolon Reflation and the passing of the baton from central banks to governments...

21st December, 2016

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HOLDING ASSETS VIA A CYPRUS INTERNATIONAL TRUST

The International Trusts Law of 1992, has been amended by the reforms of March 2012, (International...

20th December, 2016

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HEDGE FUND ASSOCIATION SUPPORTS THE HOUSE’S APPROVAL OF EXPANDED ACCREDITED INVESTOR DEFINITION, FOLLOWING DECEMBER 5TH BI-PARTISAN PASSAGE OF H.S. 6247

The Hedge Fund Association (“HFA”) is pleased to report that on December 5, 2016 the U.S. House of R...

20th December, 2016

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FEMALE SILVER SPLITTERS DRIVING EQUITY RELEASE

Over-55s women are the only age group seeing divorce rates increase Equity release market set to bre...

20th December, 2016

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NEYBER CALLS ON GOVERNMENT TO CUT EXCESSIVE CREDIT COSTS FOR UK EMPLOYEES

Writes to Secretary of State for Work and Pensions to demand workplace access to fair financial prod...

20th December, 2016