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European outflow spree spreads to government bonds
European equities are now on their longest net outflow streak since 2012. But it is not just equity funds that are being sold off. Bond funds are also under increasing pressure.
Investment | news 21 Nov 16
More than 60% ‘very confident’ in DIY portfolio construction
Nearly two-thirds of wealthy investors in Germany, Switzerland and the UK are “fairly” or “very” confident in their ability to construct investment portfolios without any outside help, according to a study conducted by asset management consultancy Cerulli.
Tax & Regulation | news 21 Nov 16
Cold calling ban a golden opportunity but other dangers lurk
The government’s plans to crack down on pension cold calling have been hailed as a “golden opportunity” to correct the UK’s “disastrous” rules that are as much use as a “chocolate teapot”, says Angela Brooks of Pension Life.
North America | news 21 Nov 16
Trump must show backbone and repeal Fatca: deVere CEO
US president-elect Donald Trump must show some backbone and repeal the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (Fatca) as a priority, says deVere founder and chief executive Nigel Green.
Best Practice | news 21 Nov 16
Mifid II time consuming and complex, say asset managers
Mifid II is a big concern for around three-quarters of global asset managers, who think regulators need to provide better guidance and tools to navigate the increasingly complex landscape, according to State Street Corporation.