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Swiss Re strengthens US liability reserves, following a comprehensive reserve review

The recent introduction of an uncertainty allowance on new business will continue to support the strength of overall reserves going forward.

Waystone tops independent ManCo/AIFM rankings in the UK

This growth highlights the ongoing industry shift toward appointing independent ManCos and the trust that both existing and new investment managers and sponsors continue to place in Waystone.

Why investment bankers struggle to cross-sell wealth management

History shows ‘one bank’ plans rarely work

Talk Money Week: ‘Do one thing’ – check your pension statement

Understanding your pension is crucial for securing your financial future.

Infrastructure: The new, sought-after safe haven?

This unique environment presents a compelling opportunity for stability and growth in today’s evolving market, particularly amid the ongoing energy and digital transitions.

UK Budget holds the ship steady, keeping our Gilt preference intact

It implemented many of Labour’s campaign pledges to invest in public services and infrastructure, and to provide clear rules on tax and spending.

The top 3 reasons family offices use cell companies for their investments

Since its earliest days three decades ago, the cell company structure has become a favoured choice of sophisticated investors and family offices thanks to its unparalleled speed, efficiency, and flexibility.

Modest house price growth in October but it remains to be seen how budget will impact sales

There will be another interest rate decision announced next week, which will potentially play a part in helping mortgage rates lower further.

Paris Motor Show 2024: what are the challenges and strategies for a successful transition to electric vehicles?

But while recent innovations are appealing, challenges remain to ensure mass adoption.

German inflation accelerates and that should hush the 50bp rate cut debate

With today’s macro data, not just from Germany, the hawks at the European Central Bank will feel encouraged to object to a 50bp rate cut in December, at least for now

Survey: Impact allocations could rise to 15% of UK assets by 2030

An additional 20% of respondents believe that growth could hit as high as 10%-15% over the period.

ABN Amro's Bux to offer retail investors access to IPOs via PrimaryBid

This move, encouraged by ABN AMRO, is part of BUX’s mission to make investing more accessible and empower retail investors with new opportunities.

Helping clients pinpoint their ‘number’ for a successful business exit

There are many different factors that tie into the number calculation

Fixed-rate mortgages fall to lowest level since 2022

Fixed-rate mortgages with terms of five and two years are also at their lowest level in over two years.

Want to be a top wealth manager? Study economics at Oxford University

Ahead of the inaugural Twenty Most Influential in Wealth Management list, FN has looked at where our leading executives were educated

Moody's cuts France's outlook to negative on debt, deficit concerns

France's new Finance Minister Antoine Armand noted the decision on Friday but maintained that the country can carry out "far-reaching reforms."

Morning markets - Andrew Bailey calls for UK pension overhaul to drive economic growth

Describing the UK pension industry as ‘fragmented’ and saying it ‘isn’t investing in the UK real economy’, Bailey raised an issue that is likely to be increasingly in the crosshairs of Rachel Reeves.

NatWest's momentum continues, but could struggle as rates fall

Loan losses are a small negative in the quarter with a charge of £245m and NatWest highlighting higher stage 3 charges in Commercial and Institutional divisions and also a pick up in Retail.

Almost two thirds of clients have ‘never switched’ their financial adviser

Opinium surveyed just under 12,000 UK adults between May and August 2024

ECB Consumer Expectations Survey results – September 2024

Inflation expectations at the one-year and three-year horizons remained below the perceived past inflation rate.

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