Pope Benedict saw why the capitalist system is virtuous February 11, 2013 THOSE who study Pope Benedict, who announced his retirement yesterday, have been impressed by his humanity and by his understanding of human nature. Statements he has made on the economy, written in his own hand, reflect that. The Pope, for example, did not see the problems that led to the financial crisis as solvable by [...]
Bumper medal haul predicted for Team GB July 24, 2012 THE OFFICIAL medal target for British athletes may be 48, but if a team of financial risk analysts have their way then Team GB should be taking home a much higher haul of precious metals. According to Airton Risk Management, part of betting firm Paddy Power, the home turf advantage and some surprise star performances [...]
Slump drags finance jobs to eight-year low January 7, 2013 THE COLLAPSE in UK finance jobs continued apace in December, with the number of persons working in regulated jobs falling to its lowest level since 2004, according to new data published yesterday. Just 153,835 people are now on the Financial Services Authority’s approved persons list – down 10.6 per cent on the February 2008 peak, [...]
Moneysupermarket earnings up in face of Google threat July 11, 2012 PRICE comparison website Moneysupermarket.com said yesterday it expects its earnings for the first half of the year to rise by 24 per cent compared with last year. The group, which compares prices on savings, loans and purchases on its site, said it was predicting a 15 per cent increase in revenue to about £102m and [...]
Saracens and England star Matt Stevens reigns pie and mighty February 7, 2013 ONLY in the world of rugby would four elite sportsman take on the challenge of a pie-eating contest, in the name of good PR. And that is what four Saracens players did this week when they took part in their own version of man versus food. The players scoffed Laverstock pies, which will be sold [...]
Buying an existing firm has its pluses February 10, 2013 ENTREPRENEURS found start-ups. Being entrepreneurial means starting a new company, with an original idea, or a more efficient process. Or so the old story goes. But does it need to be this way? Not according to professor Miguel Meulemann of Vlerick Business School in Belgium. Meuleman has launched a new initiative at the school – [...]
Questioning the need for life cover September 30, 2012 WITH the multitude of policies available, buying life assurance can feel like entering a labyrinth. Even many savvy personal finance buffs avoid the subject. Considering its morbid nature, one can see where they are coming from. But life assurance is one of the fundamental pillars of shrewd wealth planning, and avoiding the subject is one [...]
Questioning the need for life cover September 30, 2012 WITH the multitude of policies available, buying life assurance can feel like entering a labyrinth. Even many savvy personal finance buffs avoid the subject. Considering its morbid nature, one can see where they are coming from. But life assurance is one of the fundamental pillars of shrewd wealth planning, and avoiding the subject is one [...]
Banks lined up on $24bn Dell buyout January 15, 2013 TALKS to take struggling personal computer manufacturer Dell private are in an advanced stage, it emerged last night, with several large banks being tapped for funds to make a bid possible. A bid led by US buyout firm Silver Lake Partners is being prepared with the blessing of Michael Dell, the company’s founder and chief [...]
City Moves for 24 January 2013 | Who’s switching jobs January 23, 2013 Lloyds Commercial Banking Anthony Williams has been appointed head of consumer services and entrepreneurs at Lloyds. He joins from Westhouse Securities, the advisory firm. Williams has over 25 years’ experience in banking, and has also held roles at ABN Amro/RBS, most recently as head of consumer sector advisory. Altius Associates Joachim Suter has been appointed [...]