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FCA boss rejects Mifid II enforcement at all costs
FCA chief executive Andrew Bailey has rejected arguments Mifid II rules should be implemented whatever the cost to markets.
Equitable Life set to join industry M&A upheaval
Life insurance consolidators could be set to make another big acquisition after UK insurer Equitable Life, which was pulled back from the brink of collapse in 2000, confirmed it has hired Goldman Sachs to explore potential sales opportunities.
120 years and counting
As international financial adviser firm The Fry Group enjoys a landmark anniversary this year, incoming managing director Jeremy Woodley tells International Adviser how a new business adventure is on the agenda.
Tax haven blacklist trashed by Members of EU Parliament
The heavily criticised EU tax haven blacklist faced further scorn on Thursday, after Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) said it lacks both transparency and credibility.
Skill shortage in Channel Islands ‘bigger risk than Brexit’
Companies in the Channel Islands consider talent acquisition a greater threat to their future profitability than Brexit, according to a new survey.