oz regulator to consult industry on exam
The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) is to consult the financial advice industry on its plans to introduce a new, national exam for advisers, as part of the countrys ongoing effort to boost advice standards.
devere plans cayman islands office
The deVere Group is looking to open a regional office in the Cayman Islands, and is sending its frontman, Simon Pratt, to oversee the launch.
Retirement | 2 Jul 12
qatar regulator decides against allowing qrops
After weighing up the pros and cons of amending its regulatory framework to allow qualifying regulated overseas pension schemes to be set up in the Qatar Financial Centre, the Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority has decided against it.
Middle East | 2 Jul 12
One intl moves offices in dubai
One International, the UAE-based financial advisory group catering for expatriates out of offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, is moving offices in Dubai, as part of a change in the way it is licensed that is aimed at expanding the business, managing director Jason Noble said.
european parliament to veto ifa fee ban
The European Parliament is expected to reject a proposed Europe-wide ban on commission payments to independent financial advisers when it votes on the matter next week, a published report says.