This report examines the saving and investment market from the perspective of the consumer. It considers the wider economic context and consumer confidence and examines what impact this will have on consumer attitudes towards saving. Product ownership and the level of savings held are assessed and the frequency and the approach taken to saving are also considered. General attitudes towards saving and investing and the main barriers to saving activity ...
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Overview
Overview
This report provides in-depth analysis and insight supported by a range of data. At the same time, introductory and top-level content is provided to give you an overview of the issues covered.
Future Opportunities
Market in Brief
Market
Market
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Issues in the Market
Economic Context
SWOT Analysis
Retail Saving and Investment Environment
Consumer
Consumer
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Consumer Context
Saving and Investment Ownership
Level of Savings and Investments Held
Frequency of Saving and Investing
Approach to Saving and Investing
Barriers to Saving and Investing
Attitudes Towards Saving and Investing
Data
Data
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Appendix – Consumer Context
Appendix – Saving and Investment Ownership
Appendix – Level of Savings and Investments Held
Appendix – Frequency of Saving and Investing
Appendix – Approach to Saving and Investing
Appendix – Barriers to Saving and Investing
Appendix – Attitudes Towards Saving and Investing
8th July 2011
"Despite the return of some lenders and a moderate easing of criteria, the buy-to-let lending market remains fairly subdued. But even the crisis in the lending market and the ensuing house price crash has barely dented people's enthusiasm for property investment." 
27th May 2011
"Rising inflation and low interest rates are offering little incentive for savers, although Mintel’s consumer research shows that not all those looking to save are preoccupied by interest rates."
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Despite the continuing economic uncertainty more than a third of adults lack a financial safety net, holding less than £500 in savings.
