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“The hardest arithmetic for human beings to master,” wrote the great American working man’s philosopher Eric Hoffer, “is that which enables us to count our blessings.” It’s a piece of wisdom worth recalling after another year that has tested the nerve of many investors and prompted questions about what current generations have done to deserve to live in such a…
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Bill Miller is one of the most closely watched money managers in the US fund management industry, so it was big news when he announced his decision last week to step down as portfolio manager of Legg Mason Capital Management Value Trust (LMVTX) early next year. His departure also adds an intriguing chapter to the long-running debate regarding the value of active…
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Yet again, the markets are spooked by the European debt crisis. By now, you may be feeling like you’ve heard more about the Greek economy than you ever wanted to know. Last month, the Eurozone members agreed to write down half of the Greek debt owned by the private sector, and recapitalise Europe’s banks. Problem solved, right? Unfortunately, the ink…
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In the Press – Scotland on Sunday 20th November 2011 By Jeff Salway With retirement on their minds but wondering how they could do it without jeopardising their finances, investing in advice from a financial planner was a move that paid handsome dividends for the Armstrongs. Campbell Armstrong, a head- teacher in Kilmarnock, decided it was time to get some…
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Expert calls for greater use of personal injury trusts in Scotland. Personal Injury Trusts are being under-used by the legal profession in Scotland – and families who have suffered a traumatic incident could lose out financially as a result. That’s the view of a leading Certified Financial Planner, who believes recipients of personal injury compensation awards need to be more…
