State Street launches new government bond ETF
State Street Global Advisers has launched a new exchange traded fund (ETF) which allows investors to adjust the duration of their European government bond exposures.
Kames Capital launches two absolute return funds
Kames Capital has added two offshore versions of its absolute return funds range to complement its existing range.
United Kingdom | 3 Dec 14
Osborne UK course prosperity Autumn Statement
The chancellor of the exchequer has said we stay on the course to prosperity in his final Autumn Statement prior to the General Election.
Govt continues tax crackdown
George Osborne has used this year’s Autumn Statement to announce a further hardening of the UK Government’s stance against offshore tax evasion, with a particular focus on tax avoidance promoters, and, for the first time, inheritance tax (IHT).
FSCS recovers £100m from Keydata collapse
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) has recovered £100m so far in compensation for the failing of life settlement firm.