In the US, and more globally, growth has been the standout equity style bias from a performance perspective. Despite numerous false starts value has tried to stage a comeback, only to falter after a…
It is almost axiomatic to say that confining oneself to the UK market means ignoring a huge global investment opportunity set. This is as true for income seekers as for any other market participant…
The rise of e-commerce can arguably be traced back to 1995, when Jeff Bezos boxed up and shipped the first book sold on Amazon.com from his Seattle garage. Since then, almost all major retailers have…
Descartes’ phrase “I think therefore I am” implies that our ability to think and rationalise is the only undeniable proof of existence. By thinking, I think he meant self-awareness. It is enjoyable,…
As we approach 2018, the global economy is maintaining strong momentum. In the US, a robust economy is boosting consumer confidence which rose to a 17-year high in November. This may result in higher…
I recently overheard a conversation that made me think that when investment purists debate their preference for fundamental or technical analysis they miss the point. Using the two in combination is…
We view the Budget as being broadly positive on the basis that existing tax reliefs and holding periods for EIS are unchanged. The reliefs on income tax, capital gains tax and inheritance tax…
This Budget was heavily flagged to be about helping young people, and one area where young people are undoubtedly worse off than today’s retirees is in their pension prospects. The Chancellor missed…
