Growing elderly populations, together with a belief that the state is less likely to provide for old...
Growing elderly populations, together with a belief that the state is less likely to provide for old age, unemployment and sickness, is fuelling the growth of asset gatherers in continental Europe. Alia Baig, head of continental European Equities at Axa Investment Managers, says disinflation has also contributed to the growth of interest in investment. Traditionally, continental Europeans tended to place their money in current accounts and bonds but as inflation fell, so did interest rates, making equities look increasingly attractive, she says. Baig adds: "I see the market, in terms of m...
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