Investment | 20 Feb 17
Victims of investment fraud have specific character traits
People who have fallen victim to investment scams have specific character traits making them more susceptible to fraudsters, according to a new study by US campaign group AARP Fraud Watch Network.
Retirement | 20 Feb 17
Easier rules for small DB pension transfers considered
The UK government is open to considering a relaxation of the current rules around defined benefit pension transfers where the saver’s entitlement is quite small, a new consultation paper released on Monday showed.
British widow in France refunded over pension advice
A British widow has been refunded for poor advice she received from a UK adviser while living in France.
Northern Trust expands in Europe with UBS buy
US-based Northern Trust Corp is to buy UBS Asset Management’s fund administration servicing units in Luxembourg and Switzerland.
Investment | 20 Feb 17
Top five market-shaping investment themes
David Vickers, senior portfolio manager of the Russell Investments Multi-Asset Growth Strategy, looks at the top five themes shaping markets this year.