Tax & Regulation | 14 Aug 17
More UK pension trustees to be hit with higher penalties
The Pensions Regulator is stepping up how it uses its enforcement powers, which includes financial penalties, and expanding who it considers to be a professional trustee.
Investment | 14 Aug 17
Six of the best US ETFs
Passive funds have enjoyed a stellar time in the US as valuations ride higher and higher. Here, IG Group’s Oliver Smith looks at the six best ETFs to access booming US markets.
United Kingdom | 14 Aug 17
Coutts loses ombudsman fight over discretionary portfolios
A couple who claimed Coutts mismanaged their discretionary portfolios have won a fight for compensation after taking their case to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS).
Singaporeans are top financial adviser users
Singapore is the country with the highest proportion of investors seeking the help of financial advisers to manage their assets, according to a survey by global investment firm Legg Mason.
‘Dramatic year’ fails to dent Praemium’s growth
Strong growth both in Australia and internationally pushed funds under administration at Praemium up 28% to A$6.1bn (£3.6bn, $4.7bn, €4bn) in spite of the boardroom turmoil that saw the company’s chief executive sacked and then return a few months later.