Companies
UBS AM granted private fund license in China
Swiss bank UBS has announced that its Chinese asset management arm has been granted a license to manage money for institutions and wealthy investors onshore in China.
Prudential enters Nigeria with landmark acquisition
UK insurer Prudential is set to “redefine” the Nigerian life insurance industry after acquiring a majority stake in Zenith Life and forming exclusive bancassurance partnerships with Zenith Bank in Nigeria and Ghana.
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Brewin Dolphin launches financial adviser apprenticeship scheme
Wealth manager Brewin Dolphin has launched a financial planning apprenticeship scheme aimed at attracting new recruits into the profession.
Irish Life IM breaks into new markets in international push
Irish Life Investment Managers is breaking into new international markets, says Sandra Rockett, who joined the company in a newly created role as director of international business.
Maria Sharapova joins advisory board at UBS Wealth
Tennis star Maria Sharapova has joined a new advisory board at UBS Wealth Management in aims of boosting the confidence of female investors.