United Kingdom

ifa outsourcing increases but defaqto warns

United Kingdom | 15 Oct 13

ifa outsourcing increases but defaqto warns

The number of UK-based advisers outsourcing some or all of their client investment proposition has increased by just 3% over the past three years, although this still represents a high number of advisers.

axa group signs up to responsible investment

United Kingdom | 10 Oct 13

axa group signs up to responsible investment

The Axa Group has committed its member insurance companies to “better integrating environmental, social and governance criteria” into their investment decisions.

consumers still willing to pay for advice post rdr

United Kingdom | 9 Oct 13

consumers still willing to pay for advice post rdr

The implementation of the Retail Distribution Review in the UK has had no impact on whether or not consumers are willing to pay for advice, according to a new report.

singapore asset mngr eastspring sets up in london

United Kingdom | 4 Oct 13

singapore asset mngr eastspring sets up in london

Eastspring Investments, the Asia asset management arm of Prudential, has opened a UK office aimed at targeting Asia investment expertise to prospective UK and European investors.

berenberg builds private banking hub in london

United Kingdom | 2 Oct 13

berenberg builds private banking hub in london

Ross Elder has left the international private banking arm of Berenberg as part of a restructuring process to “explore new opportunities”,according to the company.