Industry
Japan’s rich targeted in offshore joint venture
Bank of Singapore and Japan-based SMBC Trust Bank have said they will partner to serve Japanese high net worth clients seeking offshore investments.
Carrick Wealth names Botswana head
Financial adviser firm Carrick Wealth has appointed one of its own to lead its Botswana operation, with a remit to ensure the firm maintains and grows its strong presence in the nation.
Two Malta trust directors banned for a year
Two directors of Malta trust company Confiance have been banned from financial services for multiple failings.
Best Practice | 21 May 18
FCA warns firms of robo-advice failings
Firms offering robo-advice have been accused by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) of using unclear charging structures and failing to protect vulnerable clients.
People Moves | 21 May 18
Strabens Hall names CEO to spur adviser growth in UK and Asia
London and Hong Kong based financial planner firm Strabens Hall has named Adam Benskin as chief executive in a raft of senior management changes aimed at growing its £1bn (€1.14bn, $1.34bn) in assets under influence and profile of its holistic financial planning service.