While fixed interest markets have remained broadly static this Spring, equities have generally advanced a little, particularly in the USA.  Factors behind these trends include the continuing gradual reduction in...
BUDGET COMMENTARY While the UK economy achieved a useful return to growth in 2013, a trend which will be also reflected in the GDP figure for the first quarter of...
After falling back from Decembers highs in the New Year, equity markets have subsequently regained some of the lost ground – the driving force having been interest rate considerations which...
We would like to take this opportunity to summarise developments that have significantly impacted financial markets in the last year and to consider investment themes for 2014. 2013 Review Firstly,...
Investment Background Unusually among developed economies, the USA has a limit on the level of US public debt that can be issued which requires Congress’s approval if it is to...