News Archive - Articles Published in Investments
Big Losses Expected at Woolworths as Iceland Boss Gets Ready to Pounce16 Sep 2008 | by Anthony J. BoundsAnalysts are predicting that the high street firm may soon go into administration.
Markets Plunge on US Bank Closure News15 Sep 2008 | by Peter WakefordTurmoil in the City as the FTSE 100 drops nearly five percent in a morning.
A&L Shareholders Ponder Santander Stock Deal15 Sep 2008 | by Peter WakefordThe small investors are facing a dilemma over their holdings, as deadline day approaches.
FSA 'Will Look Into ARFs'11 Sep 2008 | by Peter WakefordA type of fund which guarantees returns despite falling markets is to be the subject of increased regulatory scrutiny.
Fund Manager Fined by FSA for 'Insider Trading'09 Sep 2008 | by Peter WakefordThis is the first time the regulator has handed down sanctions for illegal acts on the credit markets.
Post Office Growth Bond Withdrawn - 1, 3 & 5 Year Growth Bonds.08 Sep 2008 | by Peter WakefordThe provider has said that the investment product will again be available next month, however.
LSE Suspended Following 'Computer Glitch'08 Sep 2008 | by Peter WakefordA computer systems failure knocked out the exchange, following frantic early-morning trading.
IFAs 'Cooling on Shares'05 Sep 2008 | by Peter WakefordInvestment in bonds and cash are being advised by the experts instead, Virgin Money has said.
Mena Attractive, Investors Chuck Bric03 Sep 2008 | by Peter WakefordThe Middle East and North Africa have seen considerable sterling inflows over 2008.
Sicilian Sea-View Properties Up for Sale for Just €1 ($1.5)02 Sep 2008 | by Charlotte CardinghamProperties in the Mediterranean town of Salemi are being sold for a single euro each.
US Stocks Better, JPMorgan Says01 Sep 2008 | by Peter WakefordEquities in America are still looking more attractive to investors - as the Euro-zone appears to be flirting with recession.
Woolworths Nears Crunch Time as Walker Talks Intensify29 Aug 2008 | by Anthony J. BoundsWith days to go until the former Focus boss takes the reigns, takeover rumours are still rife.
Buy to Let Investments Slammed by Property Expert28 Aug 2008 | by Peter WakefordThe private landlord sector could now be in near-terminal decline, the head of Firstrung has claimed.
JZ Targeted In 'Crass' ID Fraud Scam22 Aug 2008 | by Peter WakefordFraudsters have called up shareholders in the Guernsey-based company - and offered to buy them out at eight times market price.
FSA Warns Investors Over Cold-Calling20 Aug 2008 | by Peter WakefordCold-callers are contacting people who previously invested in a "boiler room" stockbroker.
A&L Asks For Shareholder Approval in Santander Merger19 Aug 2008 | by Peter WakefordThe proposed takeover must be approved by a majority of Alliance & Leicester shareholders - and voting information was sent to them today.
Woolworths Board Freeze Out Bid from Iceland Founder 19 Aug 2008 | by Anthony J. BoundsThe high street institution have confirmed that a hotly anticipated takeover bid by retail mogul Malcom Walker has officially been rejected by the board.
Investors 'Buying Up Bank Shares'18 Aug 2008 | by Peter WakefordA shift in trends is occurring among investors, price data and a poll of fund managers has shown.
Disappointment for Woolworths' Short Term Share Holders15 Aug 2008 | by Anthony J. BoundsAfter weeks of takeover speculation that successfully fueled share prices, Woolworths have quelled rumours by finally appointing a new CEO.
'Micro-caps Are Plainly Mispriced,' Analyst Claims13 Aug 2008 | by Peter WakefordGo in to smaller companies, an industry expert advised investors today.