With a running yield close to that of the typical building society account and the possibility of some useful capital gains, higher yielding equities could be the answer for investors looking for income this year
The UK stock market again delivered a negative return in 2001 and the US economy continues to struggle with recessionary conditions. As we enter 2002, interest rates continue to fall on a global basis, bond yields are near historic lows and finding income is ever more difficult for savers and investors alike. So, against this background, will 2002 be a good year for income shares? The answer may be to look at higher-yielding equities, an investment that provides a running yield not far short of the typical building society account, in addition to some useful capital gains as and when eq...
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