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Jobs cool, pressure builds: Industry experts react to latest data and why today’s labour data tilts the Bank towards a Christmas rate cut
The UK labour market is showing clearer signs of strain, just as the Bank of England prepares for a pivotal week. Unemployment…
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Market Outlook 2026: HL’s Emma Wall shares 3 investment themes of note
2025 has delivered strong stock market returns across the globe – but the economic and investment outlook for 2026 is mixed, says…
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FCA seeks feedback on proposals for UK crypto rules
The FCA is launching a consultation asking for views on new proposals as the next step in shaping the UK’s crypto rules.…
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FE fundinfo appoints Ahsan Raza as Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer to drive next phase of growth
FE fundinfo has today announced the appointment of Ahsan Raza as Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer. According to FE fundinfo, Ahsan…
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Marsh McLennan’s Mercer to invest in a bespoke LTAF for private markets with an initial commitment of £350 million
Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan and a global leader in helping clients realise their investment objectives, shape the future of work…
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Fidelity’s Market Week: Tom Stevenson comments on rate decisions, jobs data and prospects for a 4th year of rising markets
In the analysis below, Tom Stevenson, Investment Director, Fidelity International, has shared his latest comments on what’s driving markets this week, as…
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FTSE 100 dividend forecasts remain muted even as index climbs – AJ Bell’s Russ Mould
AJ Bell has released its latest Dividend Dashboard report, showing dividend growth has slowed to a crawl since 2022, however upgrades mean…
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US jobs data and inflation in focus this week says Capital.com’s Hathorn
Sharing her reaction to last week’s Fed interest rate cut as well as reflections on significant economic data coming down the lines…
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Chilean election result ‘should be well received by markets’ says Ninety One’s Jacquier
Nicolas Jacquier, Emerging Market Fixed Income Portfolio Manager at Ninety One, comments on the Chilean election results Jacquier said: “Right-wing Kast won…
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AXA IM launches a global core credit fund focusing on carbon transition, seeded by LifeSight
AXA Investment Managers has launched a UK-domiciled global core credit fund focusing on the path to net zero, with Willis Towers Watson’s…
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Artemis and Brickwood become members of award-winning think tank, The Independent Investment Management Initiative (IIMI)
Artemis Fund Managers and Brickwood Asset Management have become the latest fund groups to join The Independent Investment Management Initiative (IIMI), the…
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Interest rate cuts, data dumps, and Gold near record highs | HL’s Britzman shares outlook for week ahead
As UK market watchers focus their attention on this week’s MPC interest rate decision announced on Thursday as well as plenty of…
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ECB Preview: Steady for longer, says J. Safra Sarasin’s Karsten Junius
On December 8, Bloomberg published an interview with ECB board member Isabel Schnabel which sets a very hawkish tone for the Governing…
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More women are managing money yet few feel in control
Women across the UK are taking a more active role in managing their money, but confidence is failing to keep pace with…
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51% of CFOs believe they’ve fully adopted AI – but only 19% of FCs agree
Mid-market finance teams believe they are ahead of most other departments when it comes to AI adoption. This is according to new research…
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How your phone can be the key to your growth strategy for 2026
A leadership expert has explained how business leaders can conduct an end of the year review in December if they want to…
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The Christmas click-off: Fact or fiction?
It’s a familiar workplace myth: as soon as December rolls around, employees mentally clock-off, deadlines drift, and productivity plummets. However, research from the…
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Businesses warned of ‘winter slump’ as experts offer essential advice
As the festive season approaches, many businesses face the familiar combination of reduced staffing, slowing productivity, and the inevitable post-Christmas lull. Without…
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MPS under the microscope: how should you evaluate an MPS to ensure it meets the requirements of Consumer Duty?
As more advisers shift towards outsourced investment management, Andy Miller of Quilter explores what’s driving the trend — and the key considerations for ensuring…
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US shares hit new record high as stocks rotate on cautious Fed outlook
The S&P 500 has hit yet another all-time high to 6,901, as the VIX – the index that measures volatility – fell…
