13th April 2011

Scottish Widows: Q1 fundstalk

The Q1 2011 edition of Scottish Widows’ fundstalk is now available. Designed to update advisers on the latest market views and investment insights, along with developments in the Scottish Widows and Scottish Widows Investment Solutions (SWIS) fund ranges, this edition covers:

What next for interest rates and inflation?

·       Scottish Widows' Fund Development Manager, Scott Hardie, considers one of the most regularly asked questions currently surrounding the UK economy.

Turmoil in the middle east

·       SWIP and Newton consider the implications of the current crisis in the Middle East on the oil price and asset classes.

Europe – gloom or boom?

·       Three leading European fund managers give their views on what the rest of 2011 may bring for Europe and European equities.

SW Schroder Income Maximiser Fund

·       How this OBSR A rated fund uses a derivative strategy to enhance income levels.

Fundstalk-news

·       Keeping you up to date with news about Scottish Widows funds and fund managers.

The dedicated Scottish Widows fundstalk site gives you access to all current and previous articles, as well as links to other useful fund information.

Scottish Widows funds are available through individual and corporate pension products. SWIS funds are available through life products, for OEIC and ISA investments, and through the fund supermarket link on Retirement Account.

For more information on both fund ranges, talk to your usual Scottish Widows contact or visit www.scottishwidows.co.uk/fundinformation

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