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A recession looks far from imminent
Although the trade war could escalate from here, we continue to focus on a world economy that still looks very much fit for purpose.
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Markets cool as the weather hots up
Are we prepared for the bumpier road ahead?
Our Chief Investment Officer discusses our outlook for the global economy in the face of further trade tariff escalations and the resulting volatility they bring.
A Brexit bounce-back
Economic growth in the midst of trade wars and Brexit
Our Chief Investment Officer discusses the world’s economic growth, escalating trade wars and Brexit uncertainty, and what this means for your investment portfolio.
Impact investing for charities
Do your investments align with your mission?
Neil Cradock, Head of Charities at Barclays Wealth & Investments, looks at how to make an impact with your charity investment portfolio.
A meek market?
The view from our Chief Investment Officer
Will Hobbs discusses the recent bounce in equities, our outlook for the US bond market, and what they mean for your investment portfolio.
The science and art of manager selection
Our skilled managers support your financial ambitions
The Barclays Investment Solutions team discusses how it identifies the most capable managers.
Barclays Charity Fund
Five years, five trends
Neil Cradock, Head of Charities at Barclays Wealth & Investments, looks at five key investment trends for charities.
Defensive investing
The view from our Chief Investment Officer
The global market has seen significant changes recently. Here, Will Hobbs discusses the impact, what it could mean for your portfolios, and how you can take a defensive approach.
Brexit and house prices
Diversifying may be the answer to uncertainty
An expert weighs up the current property market and portfolio diversification.
Climate change
The risks and opportunities
With climate change accelerating, investors can respond to the enormous challenges and opportunities it brings.
What happened to Goldilocks?
The current environment for investors
In this elongated economic expansion, despite various isolated pressure points, the environment for investors has been reminiscent of Goldilocks; not too warm and not too cold.
Recession risk abates
Investors wind back their estimations
We talk about the recent market rebound and what this could mean for investors.
Taking exposure to venture capital in your portfolio
Investing in Enterprise Investment Schemes and Venture Capital Trusts
Investment Outlook 2019
Our investment themes for the year
UK Autumn Budget 2018
An end to austerity
In this summary, our Investment Strategy team reflects on the likely economic impact of the budget announcement.
Tackling the challenge of plastic pollution
What can investors do?
Awareness of the effects of plastic pollution is growing, boosting demand for solutions to help tackle the problem.
Six ways to invest better
Why it’s important to manage your behaviour when investing
These are common traps to try and avoid when thinking about investing. It’s important to recognise them, and how they interact together.
Motivations for impact investing
Why might you care about your portfolio’s impact?
Our latest research takes a behavioural finance perspective to examine why impact investing is resonating with investors.
Keeping calm in turbulent times
Don’t lose your focus when pressure mounts
Periods of market volatility, like those we’ve seen in February, will undoubtedly be unsettling for most investors.
Stock market volatility
Increasing volatility could bring risks and returns
William Hobbs, Barclays' Head of Investment Strategy for the UK and Europe, reviews the markets during the first quarter of 2018, covering the threat of trade tensions, swings in stock markets and the return of inflation.
Your financial future with Brexit
What does Brexit mean for your personal finances?
Toby Cross, Portfolio Management Specialist, talks to Anthony Ward, Head of Distribution for Barclays Wealth Planning, about what investors can do to protect their financial plans.
How have UK investors fared since Brexit so far?
Financial advice to support your saving
June 23 marked the two-year anniversary since the UK voted to leave the European Union.
Our world economic forecast
Remaining positive for growth
Getting diversification to work
How to cultivate a diversified portfolio
Brexit, politics and portfolios
Looking beyond the headlines
Riding out volatile markets
How to cope through market turmoil
A balanced diet
Understanding the importance of diversification
The ‘active/passive’ debate
How to approach active and passive investing
The health of the world economy
Is there still room for growth?
Considering impact investing in listed markets
Making sure what you invest in matches your values and need for performance.
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