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Why I'm investing for income
Mark Dampier | 16 May 2012
Mark Dampier, Head of Research, explains why he has been shifting his portfolio towards income-producing assets. Read article.
Retirement: how to qualify for a higher pension income
Standard annuity rates no longer exist, even your postcode can affect the income you receive at retirement, as can health conditions however minor. Read article.
Euro fever - what is the solution?
In light of the latest in a long line of euro zone crises Mark Dampier explains the options available to the European Central Bank and the impact they might have. Read article.
Have the emerging markets finally emerged?
The emergence of the likes of China, India, Russia and Brazil has been well documented in recent years, but the best could be yet to come. Read article.
Seven expensive pension mistakes millions of investors make
Find out the pension pitfalls which could cost you dearly and how to avoid them, including the mistake most people make which could cost you up to 40% of your retirement income. Read article.
Could you be forced to buy an annuity at 75?
Despite rule changes to make retirement more flexible, some investors are still being forced to buy an annuity at age 75. Read article.
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Wednesday newspaper round-up: Greece, RBS, AstraZeneca
As leaders in Athens accepted the need for a new general election to end a national stalemate, the International Monetary Fund said Europe's leaders should prepare for the possibility of a Greek departure from the single currency. Christine Lagarde, head...
