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Stuart O'Gorman: what's in store for the technology sector

by Frank Talbot on Feb 09, 2012 at 16:42

Frank Talbot talks with Stuart O'Gorman, one of the most highly rated technology investors, about what we can expect from technology in future.

FTSE climbs as Greek debt deal lifts the mood

by Caelainn Barr on Feb 09, 2012 at 15:16

Britain’s benchmark stock index edges higher as Greece secures a new bailout package.

Savers cash in their ISAs to survive, says Hargreaves Lansdown

by Gavin Lumsden on Feb 09, 2012 at 13:09

(Update) Financially stretched families are taking money out of ISAs to make ends meet, says the boss of Hargreaves Lansdown, the online investment platform.

ETFS Physical Gold: a fund for our times?

by Frank Talbot on Feb 09, 2012 at 11:38

If you want exposure to the precious metal but don't fancy stuffing Krugerrand under your mattress, this fund might be worth a look.

FTSE gains as Bank expected to turn on QE tap again

by Max Julius on Feb 09, 2012 at 09:05

Hargreaves Lansdown (HRGV.L) drops after the investment manager reports slowing growth amid tough market conditions.

William Littlewood increases exposure to Chesnara

by David Campbell on Feb 09, 2012 at 08:59

William Littlewood, manager of the Artemis Strategic Assets fund, has upped his stake in life insurance consolidator Chesnara (CSN.L).

The Expert View: Xstrata, DS Smith and GlaxoSmithKline

by Harry Brooks on Feb 09, 2012 at 05:01

A round-up of analyst notes, including their take on Supergroup and Daily Mail and General Trust.

Sipp Investor: I'm seeking safety in cash

by Rob Kyprianou on Feb 09, 2012 at 05:01

Rob Kyprianou explains why he's increasing his cash position, and shares his pick of funds looking to capitalise on a recovery in the US.

Liontrust takes another bite of Brooks Macdonald

by David Campbell on Feb 08, 2012 at 17:23

Liontrust's Anthony Cross and Julian Fosh up their stake in fund management group Brooks Macdonald (BRK.L).

FTSE slips on Greek deal; Reckitt Benckiser tops index

by Caelainn Barr on Feb 08, 2012 at 17:22

Britain’s FTSE slides as Greek politicians meet to discuss major financial reforms for the country ahead of the next part of the EU bailout.

Most top performing emerging market funds closed to investors

by Caelainn Barr on Feb 08, 2012 at 12:07

We look at what's left after seven portfolios have been soft closed since September.

Diary of a Top Stocker: 5 quality blue chips I've got my eye on

by Gavin Lumsden on Feb 08, 2012 at 11:49

What do you think of the shortlist of Citywire Top Stocks® I've drawn up for our £10,000 portfolio?

Supergroup tumbles on profit warning; FTSE edges up

by Max Julius on Feb 08, 2012 at 09:10

UK index back above 5,900 amid hopes that Greece is finally about to secure a deal for a new international bailout package.

The Expert View: BP, Capita and TUI Travel

by Harry Brooks on Feb 08, 2012 at 05:01

A round-up of analyst notes, including their take on TalkTalk and Bellway.

FTSE wavers as ‘Glenstrata’ deal weighs on miners

by Caelainn Barr on Feb 07, 2012 at 17:21

Britain’s benchmark index dragged down by miners as opposition to the merger of commodities giant Glencore and miner Xstrata mounts.

From Norway to Greece... government bonds ranked by safety

by Chris Sloley on Feb 07, 2012 at 12:42

Is France a better bet than Japan? Do you dare touch Thailand? Asset manager compares 44 governments’ bonds.

Xstrata shareholders demand more from Glencore

by Gavin Lumsden on Feb 07, 2012 at 12:10

Schroders and Standard Life threaten to block the proposed merger between Citywire Top Stock Xstrata (XTA.L) and Glencore (GLEN.L).

The mega deals reshaping the biotechnology sector

by Caelainn Barr on Feb 07, 2012 at 12:01

A flurry of mergers and acquisitions is shrinking biotechnology sector. We talk to David Pinniger, investment manager of the International Biotechnology Trust.

Xstrata shares fall as Glencore ‘merger of equals’ unveiled

by Max Julius on Feb 07, 2012 at 08:38

FTSE 100 treads water as Greek debt restructuring talks continue; Talk Talk surges after lifting profit guidance.

BP raises dividend as profits jump

by Chris Marshall on Feb 07, 2012 at 08:29

Investors, who have waited patiently for a higher dividend since 2010’s Gulf of Mexico disaster, will receive a payment of eight cents per share.

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