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Not quite the end of quantitative easing

05 November 2014

As expected, the US Federal Reserve (the Fed) announced an end to its quantitative easing (QE) bond-buying programme. With short-term interest rates already at zero, the Fed first employed QE in the wake of the 2008 credit crisis to improve banks’ balance sheets, unfreeze credit markets, stabilise the US economy, improve confidence and reduce long-term interest rates to help the property market. QE was also aimed at supporting asset prices and the wealth effect on spending.

Silver lining around looming rates rise clouds

05 November 2014

As consumers brace for a period of ongoing interest rate rises, an Old Mutual Investment Group portfolio manager has noted that although tough times lie ahead, it’s not all bad news and these interventions are necessary to keep inflation in check.

'The October Effect' in 2014

05 November 2014

For stock markets, October is historically the cruellest month of the year. The crashes of 1929, 1987, 2001 and 2008 all occurred in this unfortunate month, and it looks like 2014 is no exception to the rule.

A three decade track record that speaks for itself

31 October 2014

In the constantly shifting sands of the investment landscape, a three-decade presence is a notable achievement – however, it should not just be longevity that impresses but rather the consistency of performance.

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