Europe
Half of professional athletes fail to seek financial advice
Almost half of professional athletes have given no thought to planning their finances for when their sporting careers end, according to findings from Old Mutual Wealth’s Financial Adviser School (FAS) and MA Sports consulting (MA).
PEOPLE MOVES: Franklin Templeton, Axa, FCA
Franklin Templeton appoints a lead manager for emerging markets team, Axa IM launches a business development department and the Financial Conduct Authority appoints an executive director of international to oversee Brexit developments.
Best Practice | 2 Feb 18
Pension freedom rumours rife on Isle of Man
Multiple sources have told International Adviser that pension freedoms will likely be included in this year’s Isle of Man Budget, to be released on 20 February.
Panama Papers fizzle out in Switzerland
The Swiss regulator has wrapped up its Panama Papers investigation with a slap on the wrist for one Russian bank.
Best Practice | 2 Feb 18
How to avoid fines for personal data breaches
European regulations that aim to give individuals more control over their personal data are looming.