Property moves out of the doldrums
Article Abstract:
United Kingdom unit trusts investing in the real estate industry suffered from fears of recession in late 1998 and early 1999, but consumer confidence has revived, and this has benefited real estate. Companies are seeking space and appear more prepared to expand. There are some factors that could constrain the industry such as low inflation which restricts rent rises, and new technology which means that companies are less tied to city centers. These concerns have led to Barclays shutting down a property fund.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1999
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The price of packaging
Article Abstract:
United Kingdom unit trusts are able to issue unlimited units in response to demand, while investment trusts function as limited companies. Investment trusts are usually cheaper to access, but tend to have more volatile returns. Investment trusts can also borrow and gear returns, which means that they tend to perform better than unit trusts in the long run. Investment trusts tend to offer better deals in terms of charges, and this applies to both types of trust when they are used in personal equity plans.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1998
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