Middle East | 19 Apr 17
Perfect Storm: UAE advisers must adapt to regulatory truth
The scale of regulatory change facing advisers in the Middle East will force major changes on the advisory industry and survival will require the interests of customer, distributor and provider to become more aligned, argues David Thompson of FPI.
PEOPLE MOVES: Lombard Odier, Neuberger Berman, Livingbridge
The industry’s revolving door slowed down as the Easter break approached. Lombard Odier IM created a head of third-party distribution role, while Neuberger Berman has a new head of China. The former managing director of Fharlie Advisers has appeared at Livingbridge.
European Wealth expands to South Africa
European Wealth has opened an office in Johannesburg, South Africa, following its recent acquisition of a client bank from Towry Asset Management.
Beware hyped up tech firms that destroy wealth, says Rathbones
Investors are at risk of over valuing innovative technology firms which offer the potential to disrupt established industries, investment manager Rathbones has warned.
Retirement | 18 Apr 17
Nine countries dropped as Qrops list culled by 30%
Nine countries were dropped and one added when HM Revenue & Customs updated its list of qualifying recognised overseas pension schemes (Qrops) on Tuesday after it was temporarily suspended following drastic changes to overseas pension transfers.