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Metal detectors: How to make sense of fund ratings

Professional Adviser | 02 Feb 2012 | 08:00

Rob Gleeson, investment product consultant at FE, explains all you need to know about the many and varied fund rating systems in the market.

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What now the so-called safe havens are struggling?

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.

Professional Adviser | 02 Feb 2012 | 08:00
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UK refuses to sign Merkel-led fiscal treaty

The United Kingdom was one of only two of the 27 EU member states to refuse to sign a fiscal treaty on budget discipline last night.

IFAonline | 31 Jan 2012 | 07:30

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Cameron: Britain will not walk away from Europe

Britain is not "walking away" from Europe, but safety measures must be put in place for EU countries that are outside the single currency, said Prime Minister David Cameron.

IFAonline | 27 Jan 2012 | 07:00
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IMF slashes UK growth forecast on eurozone fears

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has slashed its growth forecasts for a number of major European economies for 2012 due to ongoing concerns about the region's recovery.

IFAonline | 25 Jan 2012 | 07:30
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IPMI - Unlocking the PMI promise

The global nature of international PMI means providers have to be on top of their game and get the claims process right first time, every time. Tim Mutton delves into the detail.

Cover | 20 Jan 2012 | 14:47
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Term assurance - In terminal decline?

Want an example of how not to do things? Owain Thomas finds the UK term assurance market’s approach is being avoided worldwide.

Cover | 20 Jan 2012 | 14:43
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Around the world: Online distribution in USA

How will people buy insurance in future? Greg Becker visits the US for developments in online distribution.

Cover | 20 Jan 2012 | 14:40
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Steve Gibson on an asset mix to combat volatility

Steve Gibson, portfolio manager of the Fidelity Multi Manager Balanced fund, explains how he is preparing his portfolio for a tough year ahead for investment returns.

Professional Adviser | 19 Jan 2012 | 08:00
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Can corporate bond funds add zest to portfolios?

Ken Rayner, investment director at Rayner Spencer Mills, looks at whether corporate bond funds should feature in your fund mix.

Professional Adviser | 19 Jan 2012 | 08:00
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Time to disconnect economics and markets

Richard Dunbar, investment director at SWIP, explains why strong GDP growth does not necessarily translate into healthy investment returns.

Professional Adviser | 19 Jan 2012 | 08:00
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How to talk to clients about death

Clients are reluctant to talk about how serious illness or a death in the family could affect their finances. Advisers can play a role in changing this mindset. Louise Colley, head of protection sales and marketing at Aviva, explains how…

Professional Adviser | 19 Jan 2012 | 08:00
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Product design - Time for a change

How hard is it to design disability-based protection products in 2012, asks Andy Milburn.

Cover | 17 Jan 2012 | 12:21

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