United Kingdom | 13 Jul 17
UK pays out £3m in client claims against Shearer’s former IFA
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) has footed a £3m bill ($3.8m, €3.4m) in compensation to customers served by Kevin Neal, the former financial adviser to ex-football star Alan Shearer.
Best Practice | 13 Jul 17
Brewin Dolphin launches financial adviser apprenticeship scheme
Wealth manager Brewin Dolphin has launched a financial planning apprenticeship scheme aimed at attracting new recruits into the profession.
Best Practice | 13 Jul 17
Advised clients £40,000 better off
Those receiving financial advice are, on average, £40,000 ($51,468, €44,973) better off than their peers who do not, research from the International Longevity Centre UK (ILC-UK) has found.
Investment | 13 Jul 17
Brace for more volatility in US treasuries
The bulk of US treasuries are owned by the Fed and foreign investors. But this is set to change, and it could have serious consequences.
Zurich underlines commitment to Middle East after Cigna deal
Zurich’s Middle East business has said it will continue to sell life policies in the region following the sale of its general insurance unit to healthcare provider Cigna.