On entering the early weeks of Q4 2010, we can see global stock markets enjoyed improving performance between July and September. Fears of a double-dip recession have begun to ease and equity markets have displayed positive performance, supported by generally strong corporate earnings.
Q3 2010 Index Returns
FTSE 100 - 12.85%
DJ EuroStoxx 50 - 6.78%
Dow Jones - 10.37%
S&P 500 - 10.72%
FTSE Government All Stocks - 2.32%
Volatility Index (VIX) - -34.66%
(source: Bloomberg, 30 Sept 2010)
Everyone wants to take advantage of positive market performance, while being mindful of the costs associated with investing. So now could be a great time to think about Index Tracking Funds as a low cost way of holding equities.
We would be pleased to form a no-obligation recommendation should you want to consider such an investment as alternative for surplus funds perhaps sitting on deposit and currently failing to maintain pace with inflation, never mind accumulating growth.
Please contact us for further information.
