Middle East | 3 Oct 13
concept of new association for middle east
The idea of a new professional association which promotes financial advice in the Middle East has been given overwhelming endorsement by advisers in a survey.
aviva completes sale of us op for more
Aviva has completed the sale of its US arm, Aviva USA, to Athene Holdings for $2.6bn (£1.7bn) as part of its ongoing international review to focus on the most profitable markets.
United Kingdom | 2 Oct 13
berenberg builds private banking hub in london
Ross Elder has left the international private banking arm of Berenberg as part of a restructuring process to “explore new opportunities”,according to the company.
swiss re goes live with intl singapore branch
Insurance giant Swiss Re has set up an international operation in Singapore headed by insider Angela Kelly, who will combine the new chief executive role with her current position as head of casualty Asia for Swiss Re Corporate Solutions.
Tax & Regulation | 2 Oct 13
Singapore ifas welcome regulator response
Financial advisers in Singapore have welcomed the greater clarity given by the Monetary Authority of Singapore response to the FAIR consultation.