Outlook for the UK Equity Market

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In most cases, investors (and their advisers) can pat themselves on the back after a good year in 2005.

In particular, investors in UK equities have had little to complain about of late: the FTSE All-Share Index has risen by over 70% since March 2003. Indeed, the shares of many fast growing smaller and medium sized firms have performed even better.

This strong run has sparked renewed confidence amongst investors. However, many are now wondering if this trend can continue?

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