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Survey on the Access to Finance of Enterprises

Finally, they continued to see public financial support as a factor making a moderate contribution to their access to finance, with higher percentages among micro and small firms.

Can the difference of one year move you years ahead?

Most of us are familiar with the phrase “the future is now,” but what does the expression really mean?

Speech by John Glen MP, Economic Secretary to the Treasury, to the UK Finance Annual Dinner

The future health of this industry – and, frankly, the economic health of the country – relies on those of us in this room continuing to discuss… and design… and then shape that sustainable future we all want together.

SME Banking Report 2021

This report provides a unique insight into the needs of an under-served segment of the market and explores the key commercial opportunities made possible with digitalisation, including multi-banking, faster onboarding and the add-on digital services that

UK Charity Commission publishes Covid-19 survey

The most common impact on beneficiaries (47%) was reported as being increased loneliness and isolation.

Nearly half of homeowners in England and Wales could access more funds from property wealth than the average pension pot

The most recently available ONS data outlining median house prices in England and Wales saw an average increase of 7.5% between March 2020 and March 2021 and of 24% between March 2016 and March 2021.

Let’s Dance - the risks lying ahead

A risk to examine is one that the IMF refers to as “asynchronous and divergent global economic recovery

The PRA’s role in improving the processes that support insurers’ investment - speech by Charlotte Gerken

Good risk management need not entail lengthy or cumbersome processes.

The top 10 trends shaping wealth management for 2022

With competition in the wealth management industry becoming ‘historically intense’, client experience is the new battleground.

Credit Suisse Investment Outlook 2022: Economic growth to stay above trend

The year ahead should see a continuation of the shift toward recovery. According to the Credit Suisse Investment Outlook 2022

Battle for hottest talent in finance threatens to increase pay

Banks themselves are building out crypto and blockchain divisions: Citi is hiring 100 people

EBRD approves strategies for promotion of gender equality and equality of opportunity

The new strategies aim to address the impacts of mega trends such as climate change and digitalisation on gender equality, in order to support a just and fair transition for all.

Investors can make large sports events more sustainable

Sports events are not just affected by the climate but have an effect on the climate too.

EuroMillions jackpot winner could double his money with clever investment scheme

Jackpot in a trust run by the Queen’s bank, Coutts & Co.

Reasons to choose Guernsey for funds

The latest statistics from the Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC) continue to show growth in Guernsey’s funds sector with the net asset value of funds in Guernsey currently at an all-time high, having increased by 20% over the past year.

Setting up in Denmark

The country offers a clear regulatory framework, accessible regulators, and a transparent and effective legal system.

A Partnership Delivering Value

One of the key messages to emerge from our ‘Global Jersey: International Perspectives’ online event series back in the summer was just how important the joined-up connectivity is that Jersey offers as an IFC.

2021 Q3 Hedge Fund Report – Quarterly Review

Over the quarter, 59.02% of funds delivered a positive annual return versus 82.03% in Q2 and 73.4% in Q1.

BlackRock expects sustainability to influence how future investment portfolios shape up

Importance of sustainable transition in investment decisions will continue to grow as it is 'very central to the way most investors are thinking', BlackRock’s head of EMEA says

Don’t let inflation and stealth erode your wealth

While increases in headline rates of tax are unambiguous and attract easy headlines, the adjustment of tax-free allowances and starting rates for tax bands by the government, so as to raise taxes, somehow seems to slip under the mainstream radar.

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