Middle East
Hansard shows Q2 growth despite Middle East decline
Hansard Global is still recovering from losing a major distribution partner in the Middle East, as it reports low-level growth in new business premiums for the second half of 2017.
PEOPLE MOVES: Julius Baer, Deutsche Bank and MMI
Julius Baer appoints a managing director from Barclays, MMI makes significant changes to its leadership team and Deutsche Bank hires a head of UK client advisers.
Globaleye committed to Asia just not HK for now, Searle says
The impact of new regulations and the high cost of operating in Hong Kong prompted international advice firm Globaleye to make the strategic decision last year that its local operation had no “viable future”, says chairman Tim Searle.
PEOPLE MOVES: HSBC, Fidelity and Momentum
HSBC appoints a Hong-Kong based global head of private wealth solutions, Fidelity creates a head of stewardship and sustainability role, while Momentum Pensions has named a head of business development for the Middle East and Asia.
Globaleye exits Hong Kong, sells out to Holborn
Holborn Assets has acquired Globaleye Hong Kong, in a move that sees the Dubai-headquartered advice firm exit the special administrative region.