Europe

A trade body for English-speaking advisers operating in mainland Europe launched this month.

Ignis Asset Management has appointed a five-strong European distribution team plus support staff as part of the expansion of its distribution capabilities into Continental Europe.

The recession is over in Europe and the recovery will be V-shaped, according to Argonaut Capital's Barry Norris.

Ashburton is seeking alpha through recession-friendly consumer buys such as sausages, in its European Equity fund.