Posts Tagged ‘Barclays’

Tax-free ISA savings now more popular than ever before

Monday, July 5th, 2010

ISA sales totalled £503m in May, confirming the success story of the tax-free savings accounts now held by over a third of UK households.

British Chambers criticise budget proposals for world’s highest Capital Gains Tax

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Budget proposals to raise the 18% Capital Gains Tax to a possible 40% or more would give the UK the highest level of Capital Gains Tax in the world. This will inevitably discourage investors, say the British Chambers of Commerce. Click headline to read more.

Investment advice needed on “tied products”, says EU

Monday, May 10th, 2010

Banks and building societies are now offering special deals on one investment or savings product, provided that the customer signs up for a second, additional investment product at the same time. However, such “tied” deals involving 2 linked products are not always in the best interests of the consumer, according to the EU.

ISA savers rush to greet new ISA savings allowances

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

ISA savers rush to greet new ISA savings allowances

New customers rushed to cash in on tax-free ISA savings this month, pushing account applications up 52% on last year. The new, higher ISA limits have boosted the already-popular savings accounts, which are already held by over a third of households in the UK.

Savings flow to share investments after cash crunch

Monday, March 29th, 2010

savings

A basic rate taxpayer currently needs a savings account that will pay 3.75%, just to beat inflation, according to new data released today. The 40% taxpayer is in an even tighter corner. More and more investors are turning away from cash and looking at stocks and shares, for better growth potential.

Barclays investment funds: risk level altered without notifying clients

Monday, February 8th, 2010

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Barclays has revealed that it did not advise its clients of changes to the risk profile of some of its investment funds, following a review of its funds products during 2007. The news has emphasised the need for funds investors to constantly and regularly review their funds investments, with the help of an independent financial adviser.

New thinking needed in defined benefit pension schemes

Monday, November 23rd, 2009

As UK pension funds continue to announce massive shortfalls in funding for direct benefit pensions, a new report indicates that the management practices of many funds has not been revamped in the last decade to streamline decision-making and address issues of funding, strategy and risk.  This has happened despite dramatic changes in the market, and [...]

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