Rising rates, what we look for and dubious practices
So, credit agencies have downgraded the US for its financial stability and the market there has taken a turn downwards. What does it mean? Of course we shall be assessing that as we do our utmost to manage clients’ investments wisely and their financial affairs. However, it’s a blow for Mr Biden’s hopes for...
Kinder markets and when to move?
Savings accounts are costing you money, says new report
A new report has revealed the shocking low level of investment in shares by the general public, with most people preferring to savings in cash – which hurts their bank balances and the nation as a whole.
Did you know there is £1.8 TRILLION sat in cash savings accounts around the country? That sounds good,...
Odd markets, bubbles and opportunity
The markets have been continuing their sideways negativity, with some situations suffering ‘death by a thousand cuts’, as sentiment remains disillusioned. There are a few brighter spots this week, which is good but it’s easier for the marketmakers to mark things in red to try to drum-up trade than give optimism for the near...
Investment returns and falls
North Devon Business Awards
We were delighted to be the main sponsor again for Business Action’s North Devon Business Awards. Well done to Rob Zarywacz and team for a great event and all that volunteer help in assimilating all the applicants and judging them too.
Every applicant was a worthy contender but well done to those...
Good news and a wind up
It is pleasing to report that the markets have decided to turn upwards slightly after a bit of a savaging as a result of the latest banking crisis. Unwatched by many (as few investors have had much exposure) the Japanese market has quietly been rising too, attracting overseas’ funds and companies there to buy...
UK stock market is one of the best for dividends
Despite the cost of living crisis, high interest rates and ongoing uncertainty, 2023 looks set to be the 'year of the dividends' for investors and in that regard the UK remains one of the best-valued markets around.
A recent study of markets by Evelyn Partners said the firm was expecting investors to seek securities yielding...
The science of investment explained
So US inflation is tidier than expected and the NASDAQ rises by 7.5% on the day (as it is hoped further interest rate rises may not happen and indeed the next may be downwards) and a further 2% the next day. The mainstream market likewise rocketed and the US Dollar fell significantly too.Generally, investors...