The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding: Is U.S credit the next crisis? A downgrading of Siegel’s Constant? Brexit, or ‘I’m sorry I haven’t a clue’. Capturing President Trump.Q4 asset allocation preferences (unhedged US dollar-based,...
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When Albert Einstein said: “The only source of knowledge is experience” I believe he wasn’t too far away from a profound truth. Of course, in our industry formal qualifications are a prerequisite – forming the vital building blocks of knowledge that allow us to undertake...
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What a night it was last night!It’s with great delight and pride that I can confirm that deVere United Kingdom was the highly commended National IFA of the Year at the prestigious – and highly competitive -MoneyAge awards, held each year in London.The winners were...
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding: Sterling falls to $1.25, monetary policy fears, Deutsche Bank is not alone.Q4 asset allocation preferences (unhedged US dollar-based, updated at start of quarter): neutral equities vs. fixed income...
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding: Is soft Brexit achievable? Yes, but the politics are against it. What if market consensus is wrong the impact of a Clinton/ Trump victory on capital markets?Q3 asset...
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Since the Bank of England cut interest rates earlier this month from 0.5 per cent to a record low of 0.25 per cent, there has been a 55 per cent increase in week on week mortgage enquiries at deVere Mortgages.As I was quoted as saying...
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding: Governments and central banks risk inflation; and Bank of England has done its bit, now it’s the politicians’ turn.Q3 asset allocation preferences (unhedged US dollar-based, updated at start...
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I’m thrilled to confirm that deVere United Kingdom has been shortlisted for the National IFA of the Year award (medium to large firm) in the highly prestigious Money Age Awards 2016.Taking place on 13th October at the Millennium Hotel London Mayfair, these awards “celebrate excellence, professionalism and innovation...
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deVere United Kingdom has recently been awarded the prestigious Chartered Financial Planners status by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII).We are delighted to receive this award, which is the gold standard for UK-based financial planning organisations. It endorses the fact we have fulfilled rigorous qualification criteria...
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding: What to make of the headlines? Brexit and Bank of England policy, EBA bank stress tests.Q3 asset allocation preferences (unhedged US dollar-based, updated at start of quarter): neutral...
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Since the historic Leave victory was announced at the end of June, deVere Mortgages reports a 50 per cent increase in post-Brexit mortgage enquiries.As I was quoted as saying recently in Money Observer, International Investment, Mortgage Introducer, Mortgage Strategy, Mortgage Solutions and Building Construction Design, amongst a host of other...
Read More It’s an honour to say that deVere United Kingdom has been awarded the prestigious Chartered Financial Planners status by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII).We are all thrilled to receive this award, which is the gold standard for UK-based financial planning organisations.In addition, we boast three...
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding: Prime Minister Theresa May, Brexit and UK financial assets, risk and safe assets.Q3 asset allocation preferences (unhedged US dollar-based, updated at start of quarter): neutral equities vs. fixed...
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Exciting news, below, which has just been published about my appointment as a Fellow of the Institute of Directors:“Mike Coady has become a Fellow of the Institute of Directors, the highest ranking and most privileged membership level of the world renowned business leaders’ organisation.Qualification to...
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding: Brexit investment opportunities will follow politics, why does Brexit make investors nervous? Review of capital markets over the first six months of 2016.Q3 asset allocation preferences (unhedged US...
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot. Tom is a recognised global markets expert, who regularly appears on Bloomberg and CNBC, amongst others, to discuss market events.Investors should above all remain calm. The Brexit vote does...
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Simon Chrystal, Managing Director of Workplace Solutions, a subsidiary of deVere Group, will be a guest speaker at the 4th Conference on Incentive Exercises and DB Member Options: DB to DC Transfers.The delegates will explore the effects and impact of the start of the much-lauded pension...
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding the Fed summer rate hike that wasn’t; Brexit fears cause sterling weakness and highlights the need for investment diversification; and Brexit and house prices cause dilemma for the...
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Mitch Hopkinson, deVere United Kingdom’s Head of Advice and HNW, is a guest speaker at Intelliflo’s Change the Game Conference 2016, taking place in London and Manchester this month.This prestigious conference is a must-attend event on the financial advisory calendar, and this year will cover...
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding worries over US interest rates and how investors should respond.Q2 asset allocation preferences (unhedged US dollar-based, updated at start of quarter): neutral equities vs. fixed income relative to...
Read More It’s been announced today that deVere Group has won the Best Global Independent Financial Advisory Organisation award at the AI Magazine 2016 Business Excellence Awards.This is our first major award of 2016, following seven key industry accolade wins last year, and I’m delighted for everyone at deVere all over the...
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding the weak dollar and US interest rates. Who gains and who loses from a weak dollar? Plus, a moral case for preserving the EUR 500 note.Q2 asset allocation...
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot asking; does another downward lurch in stock markets beckon? Giving up on over-weights in euro zone and Japan, and the E.U referendum principle arguments.Q2 asset allocation preferences (unhedged US...
Read MoreThe following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding the first quarter of 2016, preparing for Brexit, mining stocks, and gold.Q1 asset allocation preferences (unhedged US dollar-based, updated at start of quarter): neutral equities vs. fixed income....
Read More The following is a detailed commentary and analysis from deVere Group’s International Investment Strategist, Tom Elliot regarding optimists vs pessimists, the ECB policy continuing to support euro zone equities, energy and mining stocks as a diversifier, and Mr Osborne’s budget.Q1 asset allocation preferences (unhedged US...
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