Gold

What now the so-called safe havens are struggling?

Professional Adviser | 02 Feb 2012 | 08:00

Robin Hepworth, CIO of Ecclesiastical Investment Management, looks at the options now the supposed safe havens of cash and government bonds are out of bounds for most investors.

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Five key risks to the global economy in 2012

David Coombs, head of multi asset investments at Rathbones, is confident we are moving toward a real solution in Europe. But he says several risks remain...

Professional Adviser | 02 Feb 2012 | 08:00
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History's nine worst asset bubbles...and one set to burst?

Investment Week counts down nine of the worst speculative bubbles in the history of financial markets, and wonders which one could be next...

IFAonline | 17 Jan 2012 | 18:00

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The good, the bad and the ugly: A year in review

It’s been another busy (and in some instances raucous) year in financial services. While it’s been a positive 12 months in many respects for advisers, the regulator has again come in for criticism...

Professional Adviser | 22 Dec 2011 | 08:00
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Five things clients will call you about this week

Five things the nationals have highlighted over the weekend that your clients will call you about this week.

IFAonline | 12 Dec 2011 | 10:05
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Gold ETF value soars to record high

Investors have accumulated the largest-ever gold hoard this week as Europe’s deteriorating debt crisis has prompted investors to flock to safe havens.

ETFM | 25 Nov 2011 | 15:00
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Demand for gold vehicles soars in Q3

Gold ETFs and similar products witnessed inflows of 77.6 tonnes in the third quarter of 2011, which was 58% above year-earlier levels of 49.1 tonnes.

ETFM | 17 Nov 2011 | 08:11
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Paulson cuts gold holding and reduces risk on hedge funds

John Paulson, the billionaire hedge fund manager, cut his holdings in a gold ETF during the third quarter.

IFAonline | 16 Nov 2011 | 11:48
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SIPPS - Looking beyond the mainstream

Steve Latto discusses the role esoteric investments can play in a SIPP

Retirement Planner | 15 Nov 2011 | 16:28
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Have your clients fallen prey to these scams?

You can’t be with clients all the time, so Rachel Dalton takes a look at some of the more questionable financial schemes you can warn them about in advance.

Professional Adviser | 27 Oct 2011 | 08:00
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ETF flows signal shifting investor sentiment

As equity markets rose last week, ETF volumes remained above average and there was some cautious risk-taking to be seen.

ETFM | 20 Sep 2011 | 12:47
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Fund managers: Our safe haven hot spots

In times of heightened market volatility, low interest rates and rising inflation, which asset class offers the most protection for investors?

IFAonline | 20 Sep 2011 | 09:59
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Five things your clients will call you about this week

Nationals round-up: The usual favourites dominated the headlines, including interest rates, weighing up cash and equities and the future of gold. There was also a look at some alternative investments, while investors were told how they can get some of their commission back.

IFAonline | 12 Sep 2011 | 09:45

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