Industry

Companies | 21 Dec 17

Qrops charges, an FCA crackdown on pension transfers and court action taken by a former English footballer against his ex-financial adviser were some of the most read stories this year. Scroll through the slides to see the 10 most clicked UK articles of 2017.

Industry | 21 Dec 17

Hargreaves Lansdown has backed Neil Woodford’s flagship equity fund despite fears it could drop out of its Investment Association sector on the back of lacklustre performance in 2017.

Best Practice | 21 Dec 17

In a move that clashes with comments made by the European Union’s chief Brexit negotiator, the Financial Conduct Authority has reassured firms that current passporting arrangements between the UK and EU will continue after the UK exits the EU.

Middle East | 21 Dec 17

Zurich International Life’s Andrew Dawson gives insights into the prospects for financial advisers in Dubai and elsewhere in the region.

Alternatives | 21 Dec 17

While investors may find the allure of stellar returns on Bitcoins too much to resist, offshore centres are catching up to offer services and regulations for the emerging cryptocurrencies.