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  • Game on?

    Retail investing is in the crosshairs of fintech ‘disruptors’ using techniques from online gaming and social media to ‘democratise’ investing. Intentions are good. Consequences can be disastrous. [The Review, Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment). Read the full article here

  • Biodiversity and natural capital

    Responsible investing is moving rapidly to its next level of sophistication. Leading investors are starting to make their investment decisions through the lens of nature. [The Review, Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment, Read the full article here.]…

  • Innovation accelerating in responsible finance

    The rapid growth of ESG equity funds and green bonds often dominate responsible finance headlines. But under the surface, a plethora of innovations are emerging. [The Review, Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment. Read the full article here.]…

  • Can investors trust the media?

    Investors are swamped with tips in newspapers, on television, and online, but are media pundits worth their salt? [Wealthsmiths, Sanlam. Read the full article here.]…

  • Fifty shades of green

    Disparate investment and regulatory approaches towards environmental, social and governance investing are ramping up complexity for investment managers and advisers. [The Review, Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment. Read the full article here.]…

  • Investors’ cannabis conundrum

    Different cannabis regulations around the world mean that the grass is not always greener for investors. [The Review, Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment. Read the full article here.]…

  • The changing world of pension fund asset allocation

    Pension funds around the world have been reducing their equity exposure gradually, but the move has been most dramatic in the UK. [The Review, Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment. Read the full article here.]…

  • How algorithmic trading impacts investing

    Algorithmic trading has reduced costs and made investment decisions more sophisticated. But repeated flash crashes highlight the dangers. Markets and regulators haven’t found the balance yet. [The Review, Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment. Read the full article here.]…

  • How artificial intelligence is changing investing

    Using AI for investment decisions is no longer the exclusive domain of ‘quant’ funds. Asset managers and financial advisers are also adopting the technology. [The Review, Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment Read the full article here.]…