Best Practice | 29 Jan 18
Petition to scrap 25% Qrops charge launched
A petition has been set up to get the UK Government to scrap the “unfair” and “discriminatory” 25% charge on qualifying recognised overseas pension scheme (Qrops) transfers.
Best Practice | 29 Jan 18
End of tax year: Making the most of allowances
Advisers should act now to make sure their clients make the best use of allowances as the countdown starts for the end of the UK tax year. Click through the slides to see the Prudential technical team’s list of actions advisers should consider.
Alternatives | 29 Jan 18
Massive cryptocurrency hack spooks investors
One of Japan’s biggest cryptocurrency exchanges was hacked and around JPY58bn (£377m, $534, €429m) of virtual currency NEM stolen, prompting a fall in its value of 11% over a 24-hour period, it was revealed on Friday.
Jersey firm expands private client strength and adds specialism
Offshore services provider Ocorian is to purchase Jersey-based Capco Trust, an independent private client and corporate services business.
PEOPLE MOVES: HSBC Private Bank, Deutsche Bank, Savills IM
HSBC Private Bank has appointed a head of Luxembourg, Deutsche Bank Wealth Management has appointed a team to lead its non-resident Indian offering in Singapore and Savills IM pivoted toward Asia with series of senior moves.