How can a ‘closed’ insurer be open for business?

Phoenix is widely known as a closed fund consolidator, but chief executive Andy Moss argues that this, in many ways, is a misnomer. In this article, he explains why the recent transaction with Standard Life Aberdeen is a “win-win”.

Emerging Markets | features 15 May 18

Why India is the top EM pick

India has a big demographic story, which is among the reasons why it stands out for us, and why it is the largest single country overweight within our emerging markets (EM) equity allocation, says Jaisal Pastakia, investment manager, Heartwood Investment Management.

Investment | features 9 May 18

Will taper tantrum happen again?

Emerging market debt has been attracting robust inflows but as monetary policy tightens and volatility rises can the asset class retain its appeal?

Best Practice | features 6 Apr 18

Founder of giant EU adviser training body ‘undimmed’ by Brexit

The founder of the European Financial Planners Association, Josep Soler-Alberti, explains to International Adviser about his mission to educate.

Best Practice | features 5 Apr 18

Sinister twist for expat finances

The portability of an expat’s financial affairs afforded by the digital revolution for the growing number of those living and working away from their domiciled residence comes with a sinister twist, says Nick Eatock, executive chairman of back office software provider Intelliflo.

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