Industry
Tax & Regulation | 27 Apr 16
UK MPs query regulator over £74m financial adviser levy
The chairman of the UK’s Treasury select committee, Andrew Tyrie, has asked the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to explain how it will ensure levy payers are getting value for money.
Middle East | 27 Apr 16
UAE regulator SCA extends scope to cover financial planning
The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) in the UAE has amended its regulations to enable licenced advisers to offer clients a full financial planning service, creating a “distinct line” between its remit and that of the Insurance Authority.
Tax & Regulation | 26 Apr 16
Tax havens urged to ‘protect privacy’ by Isle of Man IFA
International jurisdictions need to be “cautious” how they respond to the increased transparency measures put in place following the Panama Papers leak earlier this month, Isle of Man-based IFA group Abacus has warned.
Best Practice | 26 Apr 16
BlackRock launches global retirement institute
BlackRock has launched a global platform that will extend the firm’s efforts to help advisers, consultants, trustees, policymakers, institutions and individuals make better decisions about retirement and longevity.
Brooks Macdonald assets edge past £8bn
Brooks Macdonald Group reported its assets under management rose 2.37% during the first quarter of 2016 to hit £8,007m.