Author: Charlotte

EXCLUSIVE: The UK’s National Film And Television School (NFTS) has cancelled this year’s Inside Pictures professional development programme due to a lack of funding for the first time in more than 22 years. The School is exploring potential European partnerships with the aim of building a sustainable model from 2027. NFTS has administered Inside Pictures for 15 years and traditionally launches the new edition at the Berlinale. But it was unable to do so last month as it had been unable to secure sufficient backing for the initiative that supports globally-minded UK and European film and TV producers and executives…

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In the world of portfolio construction, achieving superior returns often resembles a delicate balancing act – much like seasoning a well-prepared meal. Core ingredients such as equities and bonds provide structure, but without thoughtful enhancement, the end result can feel underwhelming. Hedge funds, when used as a source of portable alpha, can serve as that critical finishing touch – enhancing returns without fundamentally altering the underlying portfolio. For financial advisors navigating today’s low-return and uncertain environment, this approach offers a compelling way to improve outcomes while maintaining diversification and risk discipline. Portable alpha: Enhancing without disrupting  Portable alpha refers to the separation of…

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The KDJ indicator is a momentum oscillator that helps traders measure the strength of price moves and spot potential turning points. It builds on the classic stochastic oscillator by adding a third line called J, which makes signals more sensitive to rapid changes. Traders use KDJ across stocks, forex, crypto, and futures to identify when an asset might be overbought or oversold, when momentum is shifting, and when a reversal could be near.    The indicator compares the current closing price to the recent high-low range, then smooths the data into three lines that swing between 0 and 100, with…

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MSCI Singapore and Micro STI contracts gain momentum.Singapore-linked equity derivatives on SGX remained resilient in March, with MSCI Singapore futures maintaining a daily average volume of about $2.5b (US$2b) and the SIMSCI NTR contract reaching a record open interest of $651.7m (US$512m).SGX said Singapore equities showed lower drawdowns than most Asian peers during volatility linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East.It added that Micro SGX Straits Times Index futures also gained traction, with daily average volume reaching 2,000 contracts in March and rising sixfold to 3,400 lots in the fourth week of trading.The exchange said the MSCI Singapore equity…

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While recent market performance reflects optimism over potential geopolitical de-escalation, underlying economic data reveals a complex landscape of intensifying price pressures and cooling growth. Consumer inflation has surged to a near two-year high, driven by a spike in energy costs, even as the broader economy shows signs of losing momentum. Amidst record-low consumer sentiment and shifting inflation expectations, the Federal Reserve faces a critical juncture in balancing price stability with a softening GDP. Inflation: Energy Costs Drive Price Surges Consumer Price Index Consumer inflation climbed to its highest level in nearly two years, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) reaching…

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GR Silver is advancing its high Grade Silver Discovery in Mexico. The Plomosas mine produced for over 20 years for Grupo Mexico and GR is looking to restart operations with permits on-hand. Having raised $34M in 2025, GR is currently drilling 20,000m to expand its current 43-101 resource of 134M oz Ag/Eq. Investors can look for news-flow from drill results and updated resource estimate mid-2026. The Company is also looking to show economics for the first time in a PEA at the end of 2026. GR Silver has become a top 10 trader on the TSX.V for the last 9…

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TORONTO, April 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AGF Investments Inc. (AGF Investments) (TSX:AGF.B) today announced the appointment of John Porter as Chief Investment Officer (CIO), effective May 1, 2026. Mr. Porter brings decades of investment management and leadership experience across global markets and asset classes. He possesses deep expertise in portfolio management and extensive experience in retail and institutional asset management. In the role of CIO, Mr. Porter will be responsible for leading AGF Investments’ investment team, setting strategic priorities and continuing a culture of high performance and risk management. Further, he will work closely with each investment team to…

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