Fund Manager Elite 2016 – Thailand

When it comes to trading in financial markets, there are various instruments available to investors. Two of the most popular ones are stock trading and Contract for Difference (CFD) trading. Understanding the basic concepts of both is essential before making any decision.

Imagine a world where your stock portfolio is like a self-driving car, navigating the twists and turns of the market without you needing to keep your hands on the wheel. This isn’t just a daydream; it’s the reality for many investors who leverage the sophistication of trading software for automated stock trades for a hands-off investing experience […]

We live in the era of modern technology, and we are supposed to understand it. New technologies are introduced into society almost daily, and software development is one of the most important areas driving these advancements.

An AIM listing is the planned exit strategy for less than a quarter (23%) of UK technology entrepreneurs, according to new research from Nabarro, the international law firm. This is despite the strong demand from AIM investors for opportunities to invest in the tech sector. Technology sector stocks made up an average 31% of the portfolios of the investors interviewed by Nabarro, with 88% planning to increase (53%) or maintain (35%) their exposure to AIM tech stocks in the next five years.

The firm, in conjunction with their partners PureFunds and ISE ETF Ventures have launched the exchange traded funds, offering their investors exposure to invigorated tech markets.

These will be three new hotels in the city: one under the company's signature brand, Marriott Hotels®, which will be the first Marriott Hotel in Cape Town; the second under the upscale extended stay brand, Residence Inn by Marriott®, the first for South Africa; and the third the upper-moderate tier lifestyle brand, AC Hotels by Marriott®, which is the first hotel under this brand for the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region.

Research carried out by cybersecurity experts ramsac indicates that human error is responsible for at least 90% of cybersecurity breaches, meaning businesses must do more to protect themselves against cybercrime.

When looking for which stocks would be most enticing as we begin a new year, Maxim Manturov, Head of Investment Research at Freedom Finance Europe, has prioritised stability. Well established companies that hold a large market share in their respective sectors are the companies that will ensure steady growth throughout the year.

Shares in the taxpayer-funded banking group gradually being sold to private investors as Conservatives make good on pre-election promises, but price drops as last shares are readied for sale.

In this exclusive interview Tomi Popoola shares how AI has shaped the financial landscape, how businesses can harness its technological benefits, and why the cloud continues to underpin innovation across the technology sector.