The expected rise in capital gains tax could attract investors towards venture capital trusts, experts say, because the vehicles are exempt from both capital gains and income tax.

Baring Emerging Europe experienced a strong rise in net asset value for the first six months of the year, boosted by a rally in the region's equity markets.

Henderson's Andy Beal is looking to increase his exposure to Chinese property, refuting any suggestion China is experiencing an asset bubble.

UBS's Tom Digenan has been increasing his exposure to banks despite his view that the sector will be hit by stricter regulation on capital requirements.

Europe is beginning to look attractive again following sharp falls in the euro and the region's stock markets, according to Sarasin's Mark Whitehead.

Allianz Global Investors believes the German ban on naked short selling is inadequate.

Acorn Fund Management, in partnership with Hyatt International, is launching a portfolio that will invest in hotels in Africa.

As coalition Government proposes a major rise in CGT, investment trust managers express concern for zeros

Allianz RCM US Equity manager fears investors' expectations are pushing up valuations and there is still room for improvement in housing markets

Tracker funds experienced their highest ever outflows during the first quarter of this year, according to the Investment Management Association.