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Value Partners reports a very tough first half
The Hong Kong-based fund manager Value Partners Group has revealed a large drop in assets under management, revenue, net profit and earnings per share for the first half of 2016, while announcing new hires and a new UK office.
Fund fees fall across Europe – Morningstar
The average net expense ratios of European-domiciled funds have come down across the board since 2013, according to a study by Morningstar.
Retirement | 17 Aug 16
Scam warning over regulated advisers in pension lib schemes
Pension liberation scams are increasingly being endorsed by FCA-regulated financial advisers, advocacy group Pension Life has warned.
UK tech disruption, protected funds boost Praemium’s results
A strong UK performance, innovative products, and staying ahead of the technology curve all combined to give Praemium “a really good year”, chief executive Michael Ohanessian told International Adviser in an exclusive interview.
Best Practice | 17 Aug 16
Advisers face hefty fines in HMRC tax avoidance crackdown
Tax advisers and accountants in the UK who help clients avoid paying tax could face fines of 100% of the tax avoided, according to new proposals being considered by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).