Scottish investment firm Baillie Gifford is poised to net a £3.5bn return from its early bet on SpaceX as the rocket maker prepares for a record-breaking IPO later this year, with its Scottish Mortgage trust leading the gains.
Boots' owners are exploring a London IPO, which could revitalize the stock market. The high street chemist has seen profits surge, making it a key listing prospect.
US hedge fund Saba Capital is attempting to remove the entire board of Impax Environmental Markets as shareholders rush to exit, highlighting a broader battle over investment trust control.
Jupiter Asset Management has announced positive net inflows of £1.5 billion during the first quarter, continuing a trend of strong investor confidence and growth in assets under management.
London stock markets remain stagnant with the temporary Middle East ceasefire ending Wednesday. Trump threatens Iran while oil prices surge and UK unemployment data looms.
A new generation of hedge fund managers in London is confronting volatile markets, high expectations, and intense competition, reshaping investment strategies and career paths.
Brent crude jumps 4.8% to $94.69 as European stock markets tumble following US seizure of Iranian vessel, raising fears over Hormuz closure and peace deal collapse.
European stock markets have declined sharply as optimism over Middle East peace talks fades, with the FTSE 100 dropping 0.4% and Germany's DAX falling 1.3% amid ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Global ETF market surged 32.8% to $19.8 trillion in 2025, with active strategies gaining 70% more inflows as products expand beyond traditional wealth management.
London-listed engineering firm Renishaw raises profit guidance amid strong demand from defense contractors and semiconductor manufacturers, sending shares up over 7%.
Markets brace for volatility as Trump threatens to target Iran's power plants, following renewed Strait of Hormuz closures and attacks on commercial ships. UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves meets bank bosses to discuss economic fallout.
The FTSE 100 index rose sharply by 0.5% after Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz following a Middle East ceasefire, easing global oil supply concerns and boosting market confidence.
Rokos Capital, Kepos Capital, and Two Seas Capital delivered strong returns in March, outperforming many hedge funds during a market downturn. Their strategies highlight resilience in volatile conditions.
Research reveals that fragmented stock trading across Europe is causing investment funds to lose millions each year due to increased costs and inefficiencies.
Wall Street banks are witnessing a significant resurgence in trading and corporate deals, marking a return to robust financial activity reminiscent of past boom periods.
Wall Street has surged to record highs despite global energy shocks, while Australia's ASX 200 shows more modest recovery due to fuel import reliance and economic vulnerabilities.
Barclays faces heightened risk from UK economic downgrades due to its optimistic growth forecasts, while peers adopt more conservative outlooks amid Middle East turmoil.
Ashmore Group's share price tumbled 5.6% as Middle East conflict caused $0.9bn in net outflows and reduced assets under management to $50.7bn, with investors adopting cautious 'wait and see' approach.
Wall Street surged to unprecedented levels with the S&P 500 breaching 7,000 points for the first time, driven by investor optimism that the US-Iran conflict is nearing resolution. Asian markets followed suit, while oil prices remained volatile amid ongoin
Schroders, a leading UK asset manager, experienced over £1 billion in net outflows in the first half of 2023, driven by market volatility and client withdrawals, leading to a drop in total assets under management.
The S&P 500 breached 7,000 points for the first time, fueled by investor optimism that the US-Israel war on Iran is nearing its end, with strong earnings reports boosting confidence.
London's FTSE 100 struggled while US markets hit highs as Trump's Iran peace talks raised hopes and doubts, impacting interest rate and inflation expectations.
Mark Mobius, the influential investor who helped popularize emerging markets, has passed away at age 87. His career spanned decades and shaped global investment strategies.
JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon asserts that the $3tn private credit market would require 'very large' losses to impact major banks, dismissing systemic risk concerns despite recent defaults and fraud cases.
Major US banks including JPMorgan, Bank of America, and Goldman Sachs report soaring first-quarter earnings as Middle East conflict drives investor panic and trading desk activity.
Wall Street's top five banks reported a combined $42bn in Q1 net income, driven by equities trading and investment banking, but industry leaders warn of growing economic threats.
New research reveals that addressing consumer attitudes toward risk and returns increases investment allocations by 30%, with women and first-time investors showing significant gains.
Wall Street experienced a massive $43 billion trading spree as investors reacted to escalating tensions and potential conflict with Iran, reshaping market dynamics.
Morgan Stanley's investment banking division reported a record-breaking quarter, driven by strong performance in trading and dealmaking activities, highlighting robust market conditions.
Bank of America's stock traders capitalized on market volatility triggered by the Iran conflict, securing a 30% gain. This performance highlights strategic trading amid geopolitical risks.