Historically, Labour governments have delivered better annual returns The premierships of Harold Wilson and Jim Callaghan were the most lucrative Investors will be wondering what the future holds now that Labour is in power. Looking again at the historical data, we see that Labour has generally achieved positive results when in power. The FTSE 250 … Read more
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Unlock Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, editor-in-chief of the FT, selects her favorite stories in this weekly newsletter. The Philippines is seeking Western investment to further develop its nickel reserves. In doing so, they profile themselves as an alternative to the Chinese-dominated supply chain for the important battery metal. The world’s second-largest nickel producer … Read more
Nigeria’s food delivery startups are attracting the attention of international investors who are optimistic about growing demand in Africa’s most populous country for home-delivered restaurant meals, even as rising food inflation bites. Local market leaders Chowdeck, FoodCourt and Heyfood, each backed by start-up incubator Y Combinator, and Spain’s Glovo, are vying for market share, serving … Read more
When private clients discuss their finances with asset managers, there is one common concern on their minds: geopolitical risks. Ed Smith, co-chief investment officer at Rathbones, says the firm’s annual survey of clients shows that the risk of disasters, from cyber attacks to military invasions, “keeps them most awake at night”. It’s a concern shared … Read more
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, editor of the FT, selects her favorite stories in this weekly newsletter. The writer is head of policy research at Algebris Investments Does the success of far-right politics threaten the European economy and its appeal to international investors? That’s the question investors seem to be asking in … Read more
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, editor of the FT, selects her favorite stories in this weekly newsletter. A new Labor government could raise extra money for investment in the bond markets without triggering a Liz Truss-style government bond crisis, according to fund managers. Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves has pledged to deliver on … Read more
Monday, June 17, 2024 5:01 am Part Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp E-mail Share via email The figures come as companies eye a rebound in fintech funding after valuations largely peaked in 2021. London is driving a surge in UK fintech recruitment this year, … Read more
Thursday June 6, 2024 8:00 am Part Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp E-mail Share via email 2024 was a difficult year for the London Stock Exchange. New data shows that outflows into equity funds collapsed in May after a bumper ISA season, with investors … Read more
Global investors are turning away from sustainable-oriented stock funds as poor performance, scandals and attacks from US Republicans increase enthusiasm for a much-hyped sector that has raked in trillions of dollars in assets. According to research from Barclays, clients have withdrawn a net $40 billion from environmental, social and governance (ESG) equity funds this year. … Read more