“Microinfluencers” could hold the key for marketers when trust in media is thin March 9, 2017 Trust is the currency of the Internet. At a time when trust in media is thin on the ground there is one group of publishers who are followed by many for their authenticity. No wonder brands are now interested in “microinfluencers”. Early each year, communications agency Edelman issues its “Trust Barometer”. It measures public [...]
Take a stand: Power Pose to improve your charisma in awkward situations March 9, 2017 In times of economic uncertainty, it makes absolute sense to draw on every available resource to gain a competitive advantage. Charisma is a resource which is free and can fast-track anyone’s route to success. There is a multitude of definitions of the term “charisma”. It is essentially about investing others with our own enthusiasm so [...]
City Moves for 9 March 2017 – who’s switching jobs? March 9, 2017 Today’s City Moves cover finance, legal eagles, engineering and banking. Take a look at these movers and shakers: BNY Mellon Markets Dan Watkins has been appointed Head of BNY Mellon Markets in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). In this role, he will oversee the growth of BNY Mellon Markets as it responds to [...]
Following a furious reaction to the National Insurance hike, was the Budget bad news for entrepreneurs? March 8, 2017 Chris Bryce, chief executive of the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self Employed, says Yes. The chancellor heralded the UK’s economic strength and “record employment”, but then proceeded to hit the very people responsible for delivering this. No matter which way you choose to work, the self-employed now face a potentially hefty tax bill. [...]
Standard Life Investments sees first senior executive quit after merger plans unveiled March 8, 2017 Standard Life Investments’ head of equities, David Cumming, is the asset manager’s first senior executive to exit the business following its merger with Aberdeen Asset Management. The company said in a statement that Cumming was leaving to “pursue other interests”. Cumming joined Standard Life Investments in 1998, becoming UK head of equities in 2000, and [...]
International Women’s Day: 12 of the most awesome women in the City March 8, 2017 With International Women's Day upon us, what better time to celebrate some of the City's brightest and best, from business bosses to economists? Here's a run-down of 12 of the most awesome women in the City… 1. Jayne-Anne Gadhia – chief executive of Virgin Money Jane-Anne Gadhia has been chief executive of Virgin Money since 2007 [...]
Why we now expect three US interest rate rises in 2017 March 8, 2017 | City Talk How fast will US interest rates rise? Keith Wade, chief economist at Schroders, explains why the outlook has changed. With markets seemingly relaxed in the face of a March US rate hike, the Federal Reserve may be emboldened into more rate rises later this year. Following a speech by Fed chairman Janet Yellen last [...]
Budget 2017: Four things pensions experts have had to say about the Budget March 8, 2017 Former chancellor George Osborne will be remembered for monkeying around with pensions, in particular for ushering in pensions freedoms that were announced in 2014 implemented the following year. Philip Hammond didn't do too much on pensions in his Autumn Statement in November. So what was he up to today? 1 – Quiet day Beancounters EY [...]
Budget 2017: NS&I saving bond disappoints those looking for a decent return March 8, 2017 Savers on the hunt for a better rate of return may not be jumping for joy, after chancellor Philip Hammond failed to impress them with the launch of a National Savings & Investment (NS&I) three year bond that pays a 2.2 per cent return. Labelling it a "welcome break for hard-pressed savers" in today's budget, Hammond [...]
Budget 2017: Chancellor commits to raising income tax thresholds March 8, 2017 The Conservative government has committed to its 2015 manifesto promise to raise income tax thresholds. Chancellor Philip Hammond said today the government would raise the point at which people pay tax to £12,500 per year by 2020. Furthermore he pledged that by the same year the 40 per cent tax rate would not kick into [...]
