Regions
Pictet launches Chinese debt fund
Pictet Asset Management has launched the Pictet Chinese Local Currency Debt fund.
United Kingdom | 11 Mar 15
Pension industry jointly responsibile for clients
There is a new and clear division of responsibility in the UK between consumers, the pensions industry and government policy makers coming into effect after 6 April that is a long way from the current system, the Financial Conduct Authority said.
Middle East | 11 Mar 15
Holborn confirms UAE authorisation
Holborn Assets, one of the largest insurances brokerages in the United Arab Emirates, has confirmed that it has remained authorised in the UAE following its absence from the Insurance Authority’s (IA) latest list of licenced firms in the region.
Old Mutual Singapore and SE Asia head quits
Craig Ellis, head of region at Old Mutual International in Singapore and Southeast Asia, has decided to leave the life company to pursue opportunities outside of the group.
EU agrees rules for long-term investment funds
The European Parliament has agreed legislation to set up European Long-term Investment Funds (ELTIFs) designed to make it easier for pension funds and insurance companies to invest in long-term projects.