
Hedge funds just positive in second quarter
HEDGE funds outperformed equities but underperformed bonds in the second quarter of 2006, latest figures reveal.
The MSCI Hedge Fund Composite index returned 0.1pc in Q2, down from 5.3pc in the first quarter and against a fall global equities of 0.5pc. World bonds returned 3.2pc. Large hedge funds have outperformed...
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Failure to legislate for default pension guidance 'leaves bitter taste'
MPs failed to place legislation into the Financial Guidance and Claims bill that would have made pension guidance default, which Just Group director Stephen Lowe said left a "bitter taste".
Govt 'should double' tax exemption on employer pension advice
Aegon has called for the government to double the tax exemption on employer-arranged pension advice, up from £500 to £1,000.
European investor confidence climbs as risk appetite growth prevails
Institutional investor confidence in Europe rose by 8.9 points in April with each region showing growing appetite for risk, according to State Street Global Exchange.