The first issue in a new series on Money Market Funds (MMFs). The series will explain the various features of these funds, as well as reacting to relevant geopolitical and economic events through a MMF lense. 

Sterling money market fund management has become more challenging as geopolitical tensions, inflation risks and uncertain interest rate expectations make it difficult to navigate. CCLA expects UK rates to stay higher for longer, but not rise further, with the next move more likely to be down in 2027. During periods of uncertainty, we look at why active management matters. 

You may think it is not possible to influence a bank without owning shares. But it is still a meaningful avenue. If you place deposits with a bank, you are a client and a source of funding. That gives you a basis for asking questions and pressing them on areas where policy or practice appears weak. This article explores why we look at cash deposits as part of stewardship and what we would like to see institutions adopt over the coming year.

Two weeks on since our last commentary, our cash team share an update on the economic impact of the Middle East war following recent escalations. With the Bank of England poised to react and markets navigating unprecedented volatility, find out what this means for inflation, energy prices, and government borrowing. 

Our latest article looks at how higher inflation and rising interest rates driven by events in the Middle East could impact treasury management.

With spring around the corner, is now a timely opportunity for UK charities to reassess their cash management strategies? 

In this article we provide an in-depth analysis of the trajectory of interest rates for the coming year.

In this article we provide an in-depth analysis of the Bank of England’s decision to reduce the Official Bank Rate by 0.25%. 

CCLA reacts to findings by Broadstone independent charity consultancy firm. 

Our latest article looks at what we think constitutes a fair interest rate.