United Kingdom
UK sentiment now worse than after Brexit vote
Investors are currently less confident in the UK than they were in the aftermath of the Brexit vote or the UK snap election, according to the latest reading from the Lloyds Private Bank Investor Sentiment Index (LPBIS).
Private bank courts advisers with Sipp launch
Edinburgh-headquartered private bank Hampden & Co has started lending to self-invested personal pension schemes (Sipps) as part of its offering to advisers.
Best Practice | 19 Sep 17
FCA greenlights pension transfer qualification
The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (Cisi) level 6 certificate in pension transfers and planning advice has been officially approved by the Financial Conduct Authority.
North America | 19 Sep 17
UK manager targets US wealthy
UK-based James Hambro & Partners has launched a new investment management service for American clients.
Accelerated payment demands net £1.3bn for HMRC
The UK taxman raked in 21% more cash from accelerated payment notices (APNs) in 2016/17, netting HM Revenue & Customs £1.3bn ($1.76bn, €1.47bn) from individuals and small businesses.