Tax & Regulation | 16 Feb 16

Despite forthcoming changes to the UK’s tax system, pensions will remain the most efficient form of savings, according to a study from the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS).

People Moves | 16 Feb 16

Nikko AM has named a new EMEA head; while Generali Worldwide, after losing its chief executive to Zurich, has poached a new sales manager for the firm’s Singapore branch. Zurich UK Life appointed a new CFO and RBS Group named JP Morgan Chase’s former head of wealth management in Asia as the new chief executive of Coutts & Co and Adam & Co.

Investment | 16 Feb 16

Regionally focused small and mid-cap equity funds have filled a gap in the armour of RL360° following its recent annual review of four of its main investment vehicles.

Alternatives | 16 Feb 16

The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) said it is confident the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) would complete its assessment of a second wave of nations for inclusion into the AIFMD passport system by June 30.

Companies | 16 Feb 16

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) has launched a new private bank aimed at providing wealthy clients in the Gulf region with sophisticated banking and wealth management services.