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Investing for 10 years generated a positive return 98% of the time Published on 21 May 19 by Adrian Lowcock (22 views) The FTSE 100 has given an average total return of 139.36% over 10-year periods Three tips to becoming a long term investor include staying calm, remembering goals and adopting contrarian approach read more
UK adults would invest £35bn more a year if investment products were more transparent Published on 01 May 19 by Adrian Lowcock (24 views) Welsh adults are most deterred from investing by lack of clarity from investment management industry¹ read more
Sell in May adage makes no sense for investors, Willis Owen says Published on 25 Apr 19 by Adrian Lowcock (22 views) Analysis shows staying invested and reaping dividend rewards enhanced returns by 40% over last 33 summers read more
Fundsmith Equity is best-selling in closing stage of the ISA season Published on 17 Apr 19 by Adrian Lowcock (28 views) Fundsmith Equity was the biggest selling fund on the Willis Owen investment platform in the last month of the 2018/19 ISA season¹ read more
Research reveals outperforming fund managers have seen their stars fade in new roles Published on 15 Apr 19 by Adrian Lowcock (36 views) New analysis by Willis Owen reveals how star fund managers can underperform when they move into new roles. read more
Early bird investors do catch the worm, Willis Owen research reveals Published on 01 Apr 19 by Adrian Lowcock (29 views) Willis Owen’s analysis of the FTSE 100 and the FTSE All Share since ISAs were launched 20 years ago on 6th April 1999 shows that investors who were quick to invest received a better return than those who left it until the last minute or saved regularly each month. read more
Analysis by Willis Owen reveals actively-managed funds significantly outperform passives Published on 21 Mar 19 by Adrian Lowcock (620 views) Analysis shows only two index funds rank in top 50 performers over three and five years read more
Willis Owen welcomes exit fee ban Published on 14 Mar 19 by Adrian Lowcock (182 views) Exit fees have been an ongoing problem for investors, trapping them in services they no longer want or need. read more
Willis Owen shares the best and worst-performing sectors and funds in February 2019 Published on 01 Mar 19 by Adrian Lowcock (225 views) US Smaller Companies continue to lead rally for second month in a row having been worst performer in December Brazilian and Latin American funds drop into worst-performing funds having been best performers in January read more
UK smaller companies, global and emerging markets offer great JISA potential Published on 22 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (186 views) The strong long-term prospects for the UK Smaller Companies, Global and Emerging Market equity sectors make them attractive themes for investment in junior individual savings accounts (JISAs), according to Willis Owen, the online investment service provider. read more
ISA investors in UK stocks could have made £162,349 return over last 20 years, Willis Owen says Published on 21 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (262 views) Best-performing ISA fund has made 2,448% return China/Greater China sector has delivered 771.8% read more
ISA ideas 2019 Published on 13 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (125 views) The UK, Japan and emerging markets are three attractive themes for investors to consider in the current ISA season, according to Adrian Lowcock, Head of Personal Investing at Willis Owen, the online investment service provider. read more
Research reveals star fund managers really do make a difference Published on 11 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (190 views) Willis Owen analysis¹ of 15 investment funds who had star fund managers leave at some stage between 2013 and 2017 reveals the level of out-performance dropped dramatically after their departure. read more
Latest IA statistics reveal a slump in fund sales as investors avoid volatile and risky markets. Published on 07 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (190 views) Net retail sales plummet to £17bn in 2018, compared to £48bn in 2017 Brexit concerns lead to £4.8bn net outflows in 2018 Global equities were most popular in 2018 read more
ISA investors defy Brexit uncertainty to buy British in January, Willis Owen data reveals Published on 06 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (305 views) With the ISA season now underway, UK assets featured strongly in the best-selling funds and sectors on the Willis Owen platform in January. read more
Willis Owen shares the best and worst-performing sectors and funds in January 2019 Published on 01 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (895 views) Indian equity funds take all 10 spots in worst-performing list US Smaller Companies led an equity rebound in January, having been worst performer in December Brazilian and Latin American funds take half the best performing slots read more
Financial advice gap set to get worse as more IFAs look to leave the industry Published on 14 Jan 19 by Adrian Lowcock (307 views) New research(1) from Willis Owen, the leading UK online investment platform, reveals that 17% of IFAs and wealth managers are looking to leave the industry over the next three years read more
Give your finances a January Detox Published on 07 Jan 19 by Adrian Lowcock (298 views) Adrian Lowcock, Head of Personal Investing, Willis Owen offers seven tips for detoxing your finances this January read more
Retail investors complain of lack of clarity from the investment management industry Published on 04 Jan 19 by Adrian Lowcock (288 views) Retail investors complain of lack of clarity from the investment management industry read more
Willis Owen shares the best and worst-performing sectors and funds in December 2018 Published on 03 Jan 19 by Adrian Lowcock (215 views) Gold funds offer investor protection in a disappointing December Gilts and bonds account for seven of the 10 best-performing sectors US Smaller companies takes “honours” for worst performing sector in December read more
Five financial gifts for children at Christmas Published on 17 Dec 18 by Adrian Lowcock (288 views) “Every Christmas, we add to the pile of toys in our children’s bedrooms and whilst it is great to see their excitement on Christmas Day, sadly the novelty soon wears off. A financial gift is unlikely to have the same response on the day but unlike other presents, these are gifts that are likely to be more enduring and could be worth much more in the future.” read more
Willis Owen shares the best and worst-performing sectors and funds in 2018 Published on 10 Dec 18 by Adrian Lowcock (354 views) Technology stocks drive markets in 2018 Half of the worst performing funds are gold funds European smaller companies tops the list as worst performing sector. read more
Willis Owen says ‘Brexit hysteria’ means UK equities are undervalued Published on 05 Dec 18 by Adrian Lowcock (394 views) Willis Owen believes concerns around Brexit mean that from a long-term perspective, UK equities are undervalued. read more
One in five JISA accounts to top £40,000 Published on 04 Dec 18 by Adrian Lowcock (401 views) New research(1) amongst people saving or investing into Junior ISAs (JISAs), reveals 19% expect the funds to be worth over £40,000 by the time the children they have been opened for reach 18. read more
Japan and Emerging Market equities offer best value for 2019, says Willis Owen Published on 30 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (313 views) Japan and Emerging Markets (EMs) offer equity investors the best value for 2019, while UK shares are also cheap for those prepared to ride out the Brexit storm, according to Willis Owen, the leading online investment platform. read more
Willis Owen shares three investment trusts on big discounts for Black Friday Published on 23 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (325 views) Real Estate has been one of the hardest hit following Westminster’s damning response to Theresa May’s Brexit agreement. read more
The Santa Rally is unlikely to bring investors joy this year Published on 23 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (315 views) Financial markets have many sayings and trends. Investors are always looking for patterns in all the market and economic data to gain a competitive advantage and boost their investment returns. read more
Black Friday – How to invest for the online retail revolution Published on 16 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (378 views) Black friday has firmly established itself in the retail calendar both in the UK and the US. Whilst some fear its arrival others are eager to grab big bargains that may be on offer. read more
Nearly half of UK JISA investors are saving for higher education Published on 14 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (406 views) Almost half (47%) of those saving into a JISA for a child or relative hope the money will go towards paying for university or higher education, a new survey from Willis Owen reveals. read more
80% of JISA investors keep kids and young adults ‘in the dark’ over savings Published on 14 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (1,590 views) Over four in five (82%) parents and relatives have been investing in JISAs for children or young relatives since they were less than five years of age. However, 80% plan to wait until their recipients are 16 or over before telling them they have money invested, a new survey(1) by Willis Owen reveals. read more
Willis Owen provides reaction to the 2018 Budget and explains the impact for savers and investors Published on 29 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (297 views) In their manifesto, the Tories pledged to increase the income tax personal allowance to £12,500 by and the point at which individuals start paying higher rate income tax to £50,000 by 2020/21. read more
Emerging Market sentiment ‘improving’ according to Willis Owen confidence survey Published on 23 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (383 views) Willis Owen’s latest survey of almost 1000 investors has revealed that over a third (38%) plan to increase their exposure to Asia and emerging markets over the next six months. read more
Nearly one in five investors expect the UK stock market to fall by over 10% in the next six months Published on 23 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (351 views) Research(1) from Willis Owen amongst nearly 1,000 UK retail investors reveals that 17% expect the UK stock market to fall by over 10% between now and April 2019; 6% anticipate a correction of more than 15%. read more
Analysis shows absolute return funds only provide short-term defence against volatility Published on 12 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (296 views) Recent volatility on global financial market may have spurred investors to consider taking refuge in absolute return funds. read more
Best and worst-performing sectors and funds in September 2018 Published on 01 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (755 views) Indian funds make up nine out 10 worst-performing funds Oil rally helps Russian funds become best performers Japan leads the best-performing sectors read more
7 Ways to celebrate Financial Planning Week Published on 01 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (412 views) Financial Planning week runs from the 3rd - 10th October this year. The annual campaign is organised to help people improve and be more mindful of their personal finances. Financial health can be a complex issue for some individuals, although for the majority there are small, everyday things that we can all do to improve our finances. Adrian Lowcock, heading personal investing, Willis Owen gives some tips. read more
Willis Owen shares Fund picks for Ethical investment week Published on 24 Sep 18 by Adrian Lowcock (1,161 views) Good Money Week begins on Saturday 29th September Ethical indices have beat their non-ethical peers over 10 years Willis Owen shares ethical investment ideas and fund picks read more
Truth of ‘Sell in May’ adage set to return Published on 14 Sep 18 by Adrian Lowcock (656 views) The traditional adage ‘Sell in May and go away, don’t come back until St Leger’s Day’ is on course to come true this summer for the first time in three years, according to new analysis by Willis Owen, the online investment platform. read more
S&P 500 hits longest bull-run in history Published on 14 Sep 18 by Adrian Lowcock (1,630 views) UK investors see returns of more than 400% Current bull market has only provided the seventh best annualised returns out of 11 since World War II Best & Worst performing US funds during the bull market read more
10 Years after Lehman’s Published on 12 Sep 18 by Adrian Lowcock (1,617 views) 7 out of 10 worst performing funds invest in commodities Technology sector has led the bull market Japanese, US, UK and European Smaller Companies all performed strongly after the crisis read more
Best and worst-performing sectors and funds in August 2018 Published on 01 Sep 18 by Adrian Lowcock (322 views) American Smaller Companies is best-performing sector in August European fund is best performer in August Emerging Market Bonds lead worst-performing sectors as Turkey weighs read more
The Care ISA is an ill-thought-out idea Published on 21 Aug 18 by Adrian Lowcock (457 views) The Care ISA is an ill-thought-out idea. It will do very little to help the majority of people who need care in their old age read more

Investing for 10 years generated a positive return 98% of the time

Published on 21 May 19 by Adrian Lowcock (22 views)

The FTSE 100 has given an average total return of 139.36% over 10-year periods
Three tips to becoming a long term investor include staying calm, remembering goals and adopting contrarian approach

UK adults would invest £35bn more a year if investment products were more transparent

Published on 01 May 19 by Adrian Lowcock (24 views)

Welsh adults are most deterred from investing by lack of clarity from investment management industry¹

Sell in May adage makes no sense for investors, Willis Owen says

Published on 25 Apr 19 by Adrian Lowcock (22 views)

Analysis shows staying invested and reaping dividend rewards enhanced returns by 40% over last 33 summers

Fundsmith Equity is best-selling in closing stage of the ISA season

Published on 17 Apr 19 by Adrian Lowcock (28 views)

Fundsmith Equity was the biggest selling fund on the Willis Owen investment platform in the last month of the 2018/19 ISA season¹
read more

Research reveals outperforming fund managers have seen their stars fade in new roles

Published on 15 Apr 19 by Adrian Lowcock (36 views)

New analysis by Willis Owen reveals how star fund managers can underperform when they move into new roles.
read more

Early bird investors do catch the worm, Willis Owen research reveals

Published on 01 Apr 19 by Adrian Lowcock (29 views)

Willis Owen’s analysis of the FTSE 100 and the FTSE All Share since ISAs were launched 20 years ago on 6th April 1999 shows that investors who were quick to invest received a better return than those who left it until the last minute or saved regularly each month.
read more

Analysis by Willis Owen reveals actively-managed funds significantly outperform passives

Published on 21 Mar 19 by Adrian Lowcock (620 views)

Analysis shows only two index funds rank in top 50 performers over three and five years
read more

Willis Owen welcomes exit fee ban

Published on 14 Mar 19 by Adrian Lowcock (182 views)

Exit fees have been an ongoing problem for investors, trapping them in services they no longer want or need.
read more

Willis Owen shares the best and worst-performing sectors and funds in February 2019

Published on 01 Mar 19 by Adrian Lowcock (225 views)

US Smaller Companies continue to lead rally for second month in a row having been worst performer in December
Brazilian and Latin American funds drop into worst-performing funds having been best performers in January

UK smaller companies, global and emerging markets offer great JISA potential

Published on 22 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (186 views)

The strong long-term prospects for the UK Smaller Companies, Global and Emerging Market equity sectors make them attractive themes for investment in junior individual savings accounts (JISAs), according to Willis Owen, the online investment service provider.
read more

ISA investors in UK stocks could have made £162,349 return over last 20 years, Willis Owen says

Published on 21 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (262 views)

Best-performing ISA fund has made 2,448% return
China/Greater China sector has delivered 771.8%

ISA ideas 2019

Published on 13 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (125 views)

The UK, Japan and emerging markets are three attractive themes for investors to consider in the current ISA season, according to Adrian Lowcock, Head of Personal Investing at Willis Owen, the online investment service provider.
read more

Research reveals star fund managers really do make a difference

Published on 11 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (190 views)

Willis Owen analysis¹ of 15 investment funds who had star fund managers leave at some stage between 2013 and 2017 reveals the level of out-performance dropped dramatically after their departure.
read more

Latest IA statistics reveal a slump in fund sales as investors avoid volatile and risky markets.

Published on 07 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (190 views)

Net retail sales plummet to £17bn in 2018, compared to £48bn in 2017
Brexit concerns lead to £4.8bn net outflows in 2018
Global equities were most popular in 2018

ISA investors defy Brexit uncertainty to buy British in January, Willis Owen data reveals

Published on 06 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (305 views)

With the ISA season now underway, UK assets featured strongly in the best-selling funds and sectors on the Willis Owen platform in January.
read more

Willis Owen shares the best and worst-performing sectors and funds in January 2019

Published on 01 Feb 19 by Adrian Lowcock (895 views)

Indian equity funds take all 10 spots in worst-performing list
US Smaller Companies led an equity rebound in January, having been worst performer in December
Brazilian and Latin American funds take half the best performing slots

Financial advice gap set to get worse as more IFAs look to leave the industry

Published on 14 Jan 19 by Adrian Lowcock (307 views)

New research(1) from Willis Owen, the leading UK online investment platform, reveals that 17% of IFAs and wealth managers are looking to leave the industry over the next three years
read more

Give your finances a January Detox

Published on 07 Jan 19 by Adrian Lowcock (298 views)

Adrian Lowcock, Head of Personal Investing, Willis Owen offers seven tips for detoxing your finances this January
read more

Retail investors complain of lack of clarity from the investment management industry

Published on 04 Jan 19 by Adrian Lowcock (288 views)

Retail investors complain of lack of clarity from the investment management industry
read more

Willis Owen shares the best and worst-performing sectors and funds in December 2018

Published on 03 Jan 19 by Adrian Lowcock (215 views)

Gold funds offer investor protection in a disappointing December
Gilts and bonds account for seven of the 10 best-performing sectors
US Smaller companies takes “honours” for worst performing sector in December

Five financial gifts for children at Christmas

Published on 17 Dec 18 by Adrian Lowcock (288 views)

“Every Christmas, we add to the pile of toys in our children’s bedrooms and whilst it is great to see their excitement on Christmas Day, sadly the novelty soon wears off. A financial gift is unlikely to have the same response on the day but unlike other presents, these are gifts that are likely to be more enduring and could be worth much more in the future.”
read more

Willis Owen shares the best and worst-performing sectors and funds in 2018

Published on 10 Dec 18 by Adrian Lowcock (354 views)

Technology stocks drive markets in 2018
Half of the worst performing funds are gold funds
European smaller companies tops the list as worst performing sector.

Willis Owen says ‘Brexit hysteria’ means UK equities are undervalued

Published on 05 Dec 18 by Adrian Lowcock (394 views)

Willis Owen believes concerns around Brexit mean that from a long-term perspective, UK equities are undervalued.
read more

One in five JISA accounts to top £40,000

Published on 04 Dec 18 by Adrian Lowcock (401 views)

New research(1) amongst people saving or investing into Junior ISAs (JISAs), reveals 19% expect the funds to be worth over £40,000 by the time the children they have been opened for reach 18.
read more

Japan and Emerging Market equities offer best value for 2019, says Willis Owen

Published on 30 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (313 views)

Japan and Emerging Markets (EMs) offer equity investors the best value for 2019, while UK shares are also cheap for those prepared to ride out the Brexit storm, according to Willis Owen, the leading online investment platform.
read more

Willis Owen shares three investment trusts on big discounts for Black Friday

Published on 23 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (325 views)

Real Estate has been one of the hardest hit following Westminster’s damning response to Theresa May’s Brexit agreement.
read more

The Santa Rally is unlikely to bring investors joy this year

Published on 23 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (315 views)

Financial markets have many sayings and trends. Investors are always looking for patterns in all the market and economic data to gain a competitive advantage and boost their investment returns.
read more

Black Friday – How to invest for the online retail revolution

Published on 16 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (378 views)

Black friday has firmly established itself in the retail calendar both in the UK and the US. Whilst some fear its arrival others are eager to grab big bargains that may be on offer.
read more

Nearly half of UK JISA investors are saving for higher education

Published on 14 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (406 views)

Almost half (47%) of those saving into a JISA for a child or relative hope the money will go towards paying for university or higher education, a new survey from Willis Owen reveals.
read more

80% of JISA investors keep kids and young adults ‘in the dark’ over savings

Published on 14 Nov 18 by Adrian Lowcock (1,590 views)

Over four in five (82%) parents and relatives have been investing in JISAs for children or young relatives since they were less than five years of age. However, 80% plan to wait until their recipients are 16 or over before telling them they have money invested, a new survey(1) by Willis Owen reveals.
read more

Willis Owen provides reaction to the 2018 Budget and explains the impact for savers and investors

Published on 29 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (297 views)

In their manifesto, the Tories pledged to increase the income tax personal allowance to £12,500 by and the point at which individuals start paying higher rate income tax to £50,000 by 2020/21.
read more

Emerging Market sentiment ‘improving’ according to Willis Owen confidence survey

Published on 23 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (383 views)

Willis Owen’s latest survey of almost 1000 investors has revealed that over a third (38%) plan to increase their exposure to Asia and emerging markets over the next six months.
read more

Nearly one in five investors expect the UK stock market to fall by over 10% in the next six months

Published on 23 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (351 views)

Research(1) from Willis Owen amongst nearly 1,000 UK retail investors reveals that 17% expect the UK stock market to fall by over 10% between now and April 2019; 6% anticipate a correction of more than 15%.
read more

Analysis shows absolute return funds only provide short-term defence against volatility

Published on 12 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (296 views)

Recent volatility on global financial market may have spurred investors to consider taking refuge in absolute return funds.
read more

Best and worst-performing sectors and funds in September 2018

Published on 01 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (755 views)

Indian funds make up nine out 10 worst-performing funds
Oil rally helps Russian funds become best performers
Japan leads the best-performing sectors

7 Ways to celebrate Financial Planning Week

Published on 01 Oct 18 by Adrian Lowcock (412 views)

Financial Planning week runs from the 3rd - 10th October this year. The annual campaign is organised to help people improve and be more mindful of their personal finances. Financial health can be a complex issue for some individuals, although for the majority there are small, everyday things that we can all do to improve our finances. Adrian Lowcock, heading personal investing, Willis Owen gives some tips.
read more

Willis Owen shares Fund picks for Ethical investment week

Published on 24 Sep 18 by Adrian Lowcock (1,161 views)

Good Money Week begins on Saturday 29th September
Ethical indices have beat their non-ethical peers over 10 years
Willis Owen shares ethical investment ideas and fund picks

Truth of ‘Sell in May’ adage set to return

Published on 14 Sep 18 by Adrian Lowcock (656 views)

The traditional adage ‘Sell in May and go away, don’t come back until St Leger’s Day’ is on course to come true this summer for the first time in three years, according to new analysis by Willis Owen, the online investment platform.
read more

S&P 500 hits longest bull-run in history

Published on 14 Sep 18 by Adrian Lowcock (1,630 views)

UK investors see returns of more than 400%
Current bull market has only provided the seventh best annualised returns out of 11 since World War II
Best & Worst performing US funds during the bull market

10 Years after Lehman’s

Published on 12 Sep 18 by Adrian Lowcock (1,617 views)

7 out of 10 worst performing funds invest in commodities
Technology sector has led the bull market
Japanese, US, UK and European Smaller Companies all performed strongly after the crisis

Best and worst-performing sectors and funds in August 2018

Published on 01 Sep 18 by Adrian Lowcock (322 views)

American Smaller Companies is best-performing sector in August
European fund is best performer in August
Emerging Market Bonds lead worst-performing sectors as Turkey weighs

The Care ISA is an ill-thought-out idea

Published on 21 Aug 18 by Adrian Lowcock (457 views)

The Care ISA is an ill-thought-out idea. It will do very little to help the majority of people who need care in their old age
read more

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