
The economic downturn has produced many ‘pension sceptics’ – but their doubt about pensions as long-term investments crumbles, when you look at the figures. Pensions and equities still beat the bank, hands down.

The economic downturn has produced many ‘pension sceptics’ – but their doubt about pensions as long-term investments crumbles, when you look at the figures. Pensions and equities still beat the bank, hands down.
Over one in five (22%) of UK stock market investors admit they never review their fund investments to check on performance, according to new research conducted by Prudential. Over two-thirds (65%) of UK adults rely on internet searches or newspaper articles when selecting where to place their savings, instead of seeking the help of a professional [...]
With interest rates at their lowest for over 300 years, many of us have a little extra cash in our pockets due to reduced mortgage payments. Meanwhile in the stock markets the FTSE 100 hit a six-year low this Spring, and many now believe that equity values are set for a gradual recovery. Stocks and Shares ISA Conditions have seldom looked better [...]
















