Investments

  • Could a bond market shock start in Britain?

    By John Stepek, 20 November, 2009

    Alistair Darling and Gordon Brown © Chris Ratcliffe/Bloomberg

    Our public finances are in a mess. So far the markets have been kind and gilt yields have remained low. But if the government doesn't act soon, investors' patience may run out. John Stepek explains how that could happen and what it could mean.

  • Where to find growth in the eurozone

    20 November, 2009

    With the recession over and GDP growing, the eurozone's prospects are 'steady but unspectacular'. So where can investors find strong growth?

  • Prospects for India are 'excellent' – but don't jump in just yet

    20 November, 2009

    With GDP growing, coporate earnings likely to recover and revenues bouncing back , India's long-term prospects are excellent. But in the near-term, proceed with caution.