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Italian asset manager Quaestio launches ILS fund-of-funds strategy with €130m

The fund-of-funds strategy will adopt a multi-manager approach to accessing the ILS market, which it believes will help to add diversification within it

Aviva Investors launches third UK LTAF with addition of private debt fund

This latest LTAF furthers Aviva Investors’ ambition to be “the go-to LTAF provider for the DC pension fund and wealth markets” in the UK.

Barnett Waddingham grows revenues by 10% to £160 million

This year, the firm also moved into a new office in Leeds amid growing demand there.

Regency Court move marks the beginning of new era for Praxis in Guernsey

The move brings the Guernsey contingent together in a single floor space for the first time.

Columbia Threadneedle to adopt SDR sustainability labels for nine funds

“Sustainability Focus” label adopted by nine equity and multi-asset funds

Nordea: How Finland’s Knot Was Untied

Additionally, the subsidiary of the Finnish bank has established a new foothold in Switzerland.

Scottish Widows Platform adds new software to simplify adviser reporting

This update is the latest in a series of integrations undertaken by Scottish Widows Platform this year.

S64 to deliver integrated alternative investment platform to AlTi Tiedemann Global

The firm currently manages or advises on circa $77 billion in combined assets and has an expansive network with approximately 400 professionals.

What Scott Bessent’s Appointment Means for Institutional Investors

The fund manager and former Soros CIO, set to be nominated as secretary of the treasury, has stated his intent to spur growth through deregulation and energy production.

Everest Insurance expands into Italy

In Italy, Everest will trade as Everest Insurance (Ireland) DAC, Succursale Italiana after receiving regulatory approval.

M&G completes the market’s first Bulk Purchase Annuity transaction that shares value with a Corporate Sponsor

M&G’s newly launched Value Share BPA proposition is an innovative alternative to a traditional buy-in.

UK investment sector sees progress in DEI data

Leadership accountability for EDI strategies has strengthened, with 66% of firms identifying CEOs and executive leadership as responsible for EDI initiatives.

Hargreaves Lansdown introduces VCT service

A new online VCT service is launched by Hargreaves Lansdown.

GBAM Boutiques Launch Video Series Revealing the Secrets To Outperformance Versus Larger Funds

The factors were outlined for GBAM in a study and paper by Professor Andrew Clare

BW reveals 10% revenue rise reflecting sustained growth

It follows our reaffirmed commitment to make every decision with the wellbeing of people, clients and communities in mind, as we foster a human-centred approach.

Defaqto unveils research tool for asset managers

The Engage Insights platform provides comprehensive intelligence of the whole market in one place.

Geneva stuctured products specialist rebrands

Atlantic Derivatives unveils its new name, Altitude Investment Solutions.

Unbiased founder named Great British Entrepreneur of the Year

Barrett also secured the Equity-Backed Entrepreneur of the Year award, celebrating her resilience and the significant impact of Unbiased in the financial advice sector.

Job hoppers save £15k more in their pensions

Job hoppers were more likely to have multiple pension pots

Evelyn Partners Bristol team advises Scholarcy on sale to Texthelp

The acquisition marks a significant step towards fulfilling Texthelp’s vision of improving the literacy and understanding of 1 billion people by 2030.

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