Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs) have played a significant role in the UK economy for the last three decades by channeling private investment into early-stage and high-growth companies. (Source IFA Magazine)
Global regulatory developments have improved access to private market opportunities for both wholesale and retail investors, though uptake in the UK has been comparatively slower. (Investment Week)
Deep Dive: UK behind in private markets access but ‘boulder is rolling downhill’ Read More »
The UK government has established the Private Intermittent Securities and Capital Exchange System Sandbox (PISCES) today (15 May) to “boost the growth companies of the future” and uphold the country’s IPO pipeline. (Source Investment Week)
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UK businesses secured £29.4bn in private equity and venture capital in 2024, up 44% from 2023, according to new BVCA research. (Source: Private Equity Wire)
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With global allocations to alternatives projected to increase by 22% over the next two years, according to EY’s 2024 Global Alternative Funds survey, these assets are becoming an increasingly vital part of investor portfolios. Source: FT Adviser)
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When 2022 saw the biggest bonds sell-off in a generation, many called it the end of the 60/40 portfolio model. (Source: Investment Week)
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Larry Fink, CEO of US asset management giant BlackRock, has thrown his support behind the UK government’s attempts to boost British growth. (Source: Investment Week)
ESG investing has undeniably lost momentum, with dwindling media attention and growing backlash, especially in the US. (Source: Money Marketing)
Is ESG dead? Not quite – but it is having a midlife crisis Read More »
Inheritance tax receipts for April 2024 to March 2025 hit £8.2bn, a £0.8bn rise from the same period last year. (Source FT Adviser)
IHT receipts continue to soar hitting £8.2bn Read More »
However, the higher fees, reduced liquidity, and increasing retail focus of ETFs mean financial advisers should approach with caution. (Source: Investment News)
Doors open to private markets Read More »
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