Markets are crucial to human progress: We need more of them, not less January 27, 2015 Many outrageous things happened around the world over the course of the last week. But judging by both the level of popular interest in the story and the reaction to it, the most heinous was the decision of a mother to send an invoice to the parents of a boy who did not turn up [...]
UK angel investors are spreading their wings – and fuelling our enterprise revolution January 27, 2015 Yesterday it was confirmed that Britain was the fastest growing major economy last year. New business creation is a big part of that story. With 760,000 more businesses now than in 2010, we are rapidly becoming a nation of entrepreneurs. It’s within our grasp to make Britain the best place in the world to start [...]
After the economy lost momentum in the fourth quarter of 2014, should the UK fear a slowdown? January 27, 2015 Nancy Curtin, chief investment officer of Close Brothers Asset Management, says Yes The figures for the fourth quarter point to UK growth losing pace, and we are likely to see this continue into the first half of 2015. Economic growth remains too imbalanced. While improved consumer spending is supporting a buoyant services sector, production and construction [...]
Rushed off your feet? How to invest when you’re very busy January 27, 2015 Consider a multi-manager fund as a time-saving option. We all know how difficult it can be to juggle the demands of modern life – and your financial affairs may feel the squeeze from time to time. “In our experience, a great many people who started out as DIY investors with bags of enthusiasm conclude that [...]
We need to end our apathy towards money – before it’s too late January 27, 2015 IT IS an inescapable truth that the UK is facing a crisis of an ageing population. Our research shows that anyone currently under the age of 45 will not be able to rely on the state pension to provide their income in later life. Due to the ever-growing cost of living and lower savings, the [...]
Four principles to keep on track in slippery markets January 27, 2015 GLOBAL markets have served up an avalanche of events in 2015 so far – from a plunging oil price and euro, to rallying government bonds; from the removal of the Swiss franc floor, to the shock election results in Greece. It looks as if European markets will be setting the tone for global risk appetite [...]
Let them eat steak: Martin Williams is the man behind the City’s newest brand – M January 27, 2015 Martin Williams, owner of the new M complex on Threadneedle Street, shares his vision for the brand WHAT WAS YOUR VISION FOR M? A multifaceted venue with a private members’ club feel. A home from home that you can use for breakfast, wine tastings, cocktails, live music and a quick (or epic) lunch or dinner. [...]
Mix it up: Don’t let your cocktail go out stark naked January 27, 2015 @philip_salter Just as clothes might maketh the man, garnishes maketh the cocktail. Once upon a time, the fashion was for mixed drinks stuffed with cocktail umbrellas and enough fruit to hit your five a day. These days, cocktail garnishes have been toned down, but there are notable exceptions. The tiki trend, inspired by the drinks [...]
How to disagree with your client in the right way January 27, 2015 Don’t arm yourself for battle. That’s not the way to change minds. In business, diplomatic skills are invaluable. Indeed, in some cases, being able to skilfully negotiate your way through a tricky situation can turn a disastrous failure into a notable success. And this is particularly true when you find yourself compelled to disagree [...]
Capital One Cup: Mourinho blasts Spain star’s critics January 27, 2015 Chelsea boss aims swipe at TV pundit after Blues’ victory CHELSEA 1 LIVERPOOL 0 (Chelsea won 2-1 on aggregate) CHELSEA manager Jose Mourinho took aim at Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers and launched a diatribe against a Sky television pundit, believed to be Jamie Redknapp, after reaching the Capital One Cup final last night. Defender Branislav [...]
