Regions
UBS grows Asia DPM business by 50% in 2015
After doubling year-on-year in 2014, the bank’s discretionary business in Asia grew 50% this year, said Patrick Grossholz, Asia-Pacific head of investment management for the Swiss-based bank.
Japanese equities: Headwinds in 2016
Even though doubts over Abenomics are increasing, equities may be in good shape next year.
Structured Products | 22 Dec 15
Investec launches two FTSE 100-linked structured products
Investec has launched two new structured products tied to the future performance of the UK’s main FTSE 100 index.
ESMA unveils guidelines to improve cross-selling practices
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published its guidelines on cross-selling products under MiFID II aimed at improving the treatment of investors when an investment firm offers two or more financial products or services as part of a package.
Tax & Regulation | 22 Dec 15
‘Unhelpful’ advice labels should be reviewed – OMW
Old Mutual calls for the UK government to find ways to decrease the wealth management industry’s regulatory burden, in response to the Financial Advice Market Review.