Standard Life sees 20% rise in offshore bond business
Standard Life has reported a 20% increase in offshore bond assets under administration (AUA) as the insurer looks to strengthen its foothold in India.
Tax & Regulation | 23 Feb 17
UK Budget could see further cuts to lifetime allowance
The UK’s lifetime allowance (LTA) for pension savers could be slashed again in the Spring Budget next month, according Markas Gilmartin, founding partner of Bristol-based IFA firm Epoch Wealth Management.
China to lift 50% foreign ownership cap on life insurers
China is considering easing the 50% ownership cap on overseas life insurers buying domestic companies in the biggest shakeup of the industry in almost two decades.
Investment | 21 Feb 17
Investment strategies to get through Brexit
Prospects for the UK may be less than clear before Brexit negotiations begin, but what can be agreed is that opinion is divided when it comes to UK assets.
Investment | 20 Feb 17
Victims of investment fraud have specific character traits
People who have fallen victim to investment scams have specific character traits making them more susceptible to fraudsters, according to a new study by US campaign group AARP Fraud Watch Network.