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M&G’s first year away from Prudential is one to forget

Asset manager has suffered heavy investor withdrawals and a worse share price fall than rivals

Investors keeping a keen eye on banks

This is one of the positive effects of the pandemic, they say, as online presentations and virtual appointments that minimize distances and costly trips facilitate contacts between the investor community and enterprises.

Time to put on the varifocals by Rathbones

Depending on what lens you choose, the value of equities can vary widely.

‘We remain confident in credit in developed markets,’ says Indosuez

In the longer term, Indosuez has a positive view of Euro financials bonds, investment-grade US dollar credit, Asia Credit in US Dollars and Chinese bonds in Renminbi.

'Gifting gap' planning opportunity revealed as half of Baby Boomers eye lifetime gifting

Less than a third (29%) ruled it out, and 26% say they are unsure.

Money Market Funds in Uncertain Times

Investors Demand Digitalisation and Resilience

The Ultimate Back-to-Work Checklist

Clearly, the back-to-work plan must be robust to cover all of these angles and be resilience-based, too.

Top 100 Infrastructure Investors 2020

None of the investors surveyed are looking to decrease their exposure in response, while 3% say the situation has prompted a change in strategy.

Coronavirus set to change work landscape of UK wealth and asset managers, says Lloyds Bank report

Data from the latest Lloyds Bank Financial Institutions Sentiment Survey showed that 89% of wealth and asset managers planned to maintain flexible working patterns while 85% expected to use digital platforms to liaise with clients

Deutsche Borse's withdrawal from regtech raises concerns

The German exchange follows CME Group which began winding down its NEX Abide regulatory reporting business earlier this year.

Jersey may broker its own deal with the EU: Brexit

No 10 described a deal as only "still possible" - with a strong attack on the EU's failure to give ground.

'No one is here': is Covid draining the life from the City of London?

Coronavirus is challenging the way in which we live and work in our cities. Over the coming days we will examine the impact of the pandemic on urban areas: can they survive Covid?

French Banks' Loan Impairment Charges to Remain High in 2H20

Operating profitability significantly dropped for all of the banks in 1H20 as lockdown measures resulted in lower product sales and loan production, affecting retail and commercial banking revenue.

Be careful what you wish for!

If you are currently engaged in divorce proceedings, contemplating proceedings or advising clients in this area, the information and practical guidance below will be of relevance to you.

Signs of life in UK savings arena as fixed rates rise

Moneyfacts UK Savings Trends Treasury Report data, not yet published, reveals that all average fixed savings rates rose across the board for the first time since December 2018.

Excessive due diligence 'threatens adviser-client relationship'

Standard Life also demanded copies of recommendation letters and key documents - such as proposed investment details or fee structures - sent by Mr Mantini.

Companies are restructuring, but are they resilient?

Structural change is underway, but more may be needed

Chief Investment Officer Update: Second Waves

Western Governments were caught off-guard at the beginning of the first wave as the virus spread to northern Italy and then quickly to the rest of the world.

What will the office of the future look like post covid-19?

In the post covid-19 world, offices will look a little different and their configuration, function and lease structures are likely to change. Patrick Thomas of Canaccord Genuity writes.

Wealth solutions for today and tomorrow must focus on operational agility

I share my perspective on some of the key aspects you should consider to grow and optimize your business.

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