Best Practice | 1 Sep 17

IHT planning, nil rate bands and replacing pension scheme death benefits are some of the reasons life insurance needs to remain a core part of financial planning, according to Chris Lean, a chartered financial planner with Aisa International. Click through the slides below to see six key reasons advisers need to speak to clients about ensuring they are protected.

Best Practice | 1 Sep 17

Jersey Finance has launched a new communications strategy to counter the negative impact of cross-border financial centres’ malpractice on the general public, and to improve the image of its financial services industry in the local community and abroad.

Companies | 1 Sep 17

Zurich’s group chief risk officer is to retire next year, with her replacement already identified. One of the insurer’s chief underwriting officers has also confirmed his departure. Aberdeen Standard Investments has named a general manager and senior representative in China, while Walker Crips has confirmed a raft of senior changes as its chief executive plans his retirement.

Asia | 1 Sep 17

Global markets have shown little alarm over North Korea’s missile tests and Donald Trump’s rhetoric so far. Nevertheless, investors should hedge their tail risks, advises Dave Lafferty of Natixis GAM.

Companies | 1 Sep 17

Guernsey-based The International Stock Exchange (TISE) reported a 45% increase in listings year on year at the end of June to 2,411 listed entities.