Copia launches first ETF led Smart Beta portfolio in the UK
Copia Capital Management, part of the Novia group, is partnering with US ETF provider First Trust Advisors and US-based momentum strategists Dorsey, Wright & Associates to launch two new portfolios in its Smart Beta range, becoming the first proposition to enter the UK adviser market.
Commodities | 10 Mar 16
Investor fears see gold return to top traded funds list
The BlackRock Gold and General Fund has returned to the list of top traded funds on the Share Centre.
FPI deal helps Aviva to boost Asian growth
UK insurance giant Aviva said overall operating profit from its life and general insurance and health businesses across Asia grew to £238m in 2015, up from £85m the previous year, in part due to a big contribution by Friends Provident International.
People Moves | 10 Mar 16
PEOPLE MOVES: Aviva, Deutsche Bank, PwC…
Aviva has announced two changes in its General Insurance division; while Deutsche Bank has appointed a chief country officer for Luxembourg. PwC has named a new global chairman, with Jersey Finance establishing a greater London presence.
Macro Views | 10 Mar 16
Survey: Investors want transparency
Both retail and institutional investors agree that financial professionals are falling short on the related issues of transparency and fees, according to a CFA Institute survey report.