Net retail sales of investment funds returned to positive inflows of £1.6billion in November 2024, following the UK Budget and US election, according to data published by the Investment Association (IA) today.
Responding to the Government's consultation on Financial Services Growth and Competitiveness Strategy, the Investment Association (IA) representing the UK investment management industry, has outlined ambitious plans for future growth to support the UK economy and improve individuals’ financial resilience.
Anticipated Budget tax rises weighed on investors in October, as net retail sales of investment funds saw outflows of £5.9 billion, the third worst month on record, according to data published by the Investment Association (IA) today.
Director of Investment and Capital Markets Galina Dimitrova comments on the publication of the IA's position paper on the automation of IPOs and placing 'Block Trades'.
Karen Northey, Director of Corporate Affairs at the Investment Association, comments on the government's planned pension reform ahead of the Chancellor's 2024 Mansion House speech.
A summer glow came to an end in September, as net retails sales of investment funds saw outflows of £3.4 billion, according to data published by the Investment Association (IA) today. Following positive net flows in July and August (£1.4 billion and £806 million), September took Q3 net retail sales to a £1.2 billion outflow, which contrasts with the £4.4 billion inflows recorded in the previous quarter.
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