Investment | 11 Jun 18
Italian fiscal policy could see more hawkish ECB
Italian expansionary fiscal policy is more likely to inform European Central Bank policy than political threats to financial stability, with some investors raising concerns the central bank could soon switch to a more hawkish tone.
Invesco forges adviser links with Intelliflo deal
Invesco has entered a direct relationship with advisers with the purchase of back-office software provider Intelliflo for an undisclosed sum.
Transact entry into FTSE 250 points the way for more platforms
The entry of Integrafin, the parent company of platform provider Transact, into the FTSE 250 index has been described as good news for rival platforms and wealth managers considering a listing.
Credit Suisse surprises with ‘better than expected’ Q1
Credit Suisse has reported its adjusted pre-tax profits were up 36% at CHF1.2bn (£878.5m, $1.23bn, €1bn) for the first quarter, thanks to wealth management division inflows.
Weak markets hit SJP funds under management
Weak stock markets have hit St James’s Place (SJP) funds under management, which dropped in the first quarter of 2018.