The recent upturn in inflation has severely reduced central banks’ policy options. Inflation will not peak, at best, until the end of this year. Wage/price spirals in the developing economies could prove particularly dangerous. Better news on US consumer spending should help US equities, but any rise may not be sustained. We have reduced our overweight to equities, particularly in Europe and the UK.
Barclays Wealth, 05 July 2008
Barclays Stockbrokers sees encouraging overall buy:sell ratios. Returns can still be gained from investing in equities.
Barclays Stockbrokers, 04 July 2008
Barclays Wealth, 04 July 2008
Adrish Ghosh has joined Barclays Wealth from IL&FS Trust Company Limited, and will be responsible for establishing and developing the Trust Advisory Business.
Barclays Stockbrokers, 27 June 2008
Almost two thirds of investors use funds because they provide diversification. Barclays Stockbrokers offers fund supermarket special offers.
Barclays Wealth, 25 June 2008
Private banking team in the West Midlands bolstered as the region continues to thrive as centre of business excellence.
Barclays Wealth, 19 June 2008
New Director Karine Genevy will focus on providing individually tailored investment solutions for Barclays Wealth's international private banking clients.
Barclays Wealth, 17 June 2008
Brain drain fears unfounded as career opportunities and culture continue to make UK an attractive place to be. UK's wealth advisory community is responding quickly and creatively to recommend new client solutions. Decision to choose the UK is no longer automatic.
Barclays Group, 15 June 2008
Barclays notes recent speculation regarding the possible issuance of new equity by Barclays.
Barclays Wealth, 12 June 2008
Graham Nicoll has been appointed Regional Centre Head in Birmingham. The appointment reflects Barclays Wealth's commitment to the Midlands, which is seeing growing demand for an integrated wealth management service.
Barclays Wealth and Commercial Bank, 10 June 2008
New Barclays Wealth office launched to meet the demands of wealthy clients in the area. Latest study predicts number of UK £1millionaire households to increase from 1.5 million to 2.4 million in 2017.
Barclays Stockbrokers, 05 June 2008
While economic growth is slowing and inflation will continue to rise in the coming months, in 2009 the slower economic growth should lead to reduced inflation. There is therefore the chance of an interest rate cut later this year.
Barclays Wealth, 04 June 2008
Local wealth is driving demand for wealth management. New study predicts UK £1millionaire households to increase from 1.5 million to 2.4 million in 2017.
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