Economics / Markets

Attitude to property investment sure has changed in recent months

Confidence among UK investors continues to rise with the vast majority looking to maintain or increase the amount they invest and save during 2014, according to research by Schroders.

The UK economy grew at 0.7% in the final quarter of 2013, official figures confirmed today, in line with the preliminary estimate, although 2013's overall growth rate was revised down.

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Emerging markets specialist Ashmore recorded outflows of almost $3bn in the six months to 31 December as the sell-off in the asset class continues.

The FTSE 100 reached a 14-year high yesterday while the S&P 500 hit a new record level, lifted by M&A activity.

HSBC shares have fallen almost 5% after full-year results failed to meet market expectations.