Regions
Aus bank boss nabs pay rise despite fleecing advice clients
At a grilling in parliament on Friday, the chief executive of the National Australia Bank revealed its head of financial planning had received a 36% pay rise even after it emerged customers had been charged A$34.7m ($26m, €25m, £21.5m) for advice they did not receive.
Best Practice | 3 Mar 17
Understanding estate planning in France
Estate planning in France is made far more challenging by ‘forced heirship’ succession law and inheritance tax rates of up to 60%, explains Jason Porter, director of European IFA firm Blevins Franks. The regime is particularly daunting for complex family situations.
US equity funds to watch based on their AUM
The largest US equity funds are dominated by managers with a great deal of experience who focus on companies with the potential for durable growth.
Do Hong Kong investors receive value for their fund fees?
Some of the most expensive funds available to Hong Kong investors deliver less than stellar returns.
Unigestion sees intermediary market as key growth area
Boutique asset manager Unigestion is looking to grow its presence in intermediary markets by expanding its relationship with Allfunds Bank.