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World Insurance Report 2018

The report suggests a framework for a digitally-integrated ecosystem that will help insurers become future-ready. ‘

National IFA group responds to FCA review of Robo Advice

This enables the human adviser to evaluate the consumer’s experience and understanding of the investment risks and to garner the ‘soft facts’ which may also bear influence on the advice given.

A quarter of SMEs admit to gender pay gap

One in four SMEs have admitted to having a gender pay gap at their firm, according to a new study.

Positive Market Indicators for Jersey’s Future

Under the guidance of CEO Nigel Le Quesne, the firm has grown from a dozen employees in one location to a Group with offices in 17 jurisdictions employing in excess of 550 staff.

German economists join forces against eurozone reform

Letter in press from 154 economists underscores challenge facing French president Macron

London can benefit from the certainty of Guernsey’s position outside the EU – Guernsey Funds Forum

The island’s long-standing stability and experience in operating as a ‘third country’ outside of the European Union were highlighted in a wide-ranging panel discussion

Where do pension millionaires invest?

And when it comes to funds they tend to like proven names and income generators, according to analysis of the 1,500 account-holders at broker Hargreaves Lansdown who have managed to accumulate private pension holdings exceeding the £1million mark.

I hear there's a football match on? by Penny Lovell

Interestingly, there is also growing support among Millenials for pre-nuptial agreements.

Market conditions starting to favour active managers by By Anthony Torr

Active managers have historically performed better on a relative basis when intra-market correlations are lower, dispersion levels are higher, and market leadership is not excessively concentrated.

Soaring profits push global dividends to a first-quarter record

The Janus Henderson Global Dividend Index ended the quarter at a record 174.2, meaning that global payouts last year were almost three-quarters higher than in 2009.

He who hesitates is lost

The eurozone data has been particularly weak and Japan too with first-quarter GDP growth well below expectations.

Research: Banks now lose over half of applicants during application process

The research, Battle to On-board II, follows up from research two years ago that showed 40% of online applications in the UK were abandoned at this final, crucial stage.

The Mafia Reporter With a Police Escort (and the 200 Journalists Like Him)

Angering the mafia as a journalist in Italy makes for a lonely life.

Information in the Swedish media regarding a supervisory matter within Handelsbanken's UK branch

The purpose of this is to ensure that the Bank can make the improvements expected by the Authority in the best possible manner.

The Economist Intelligence Unit launched a report on Global Retail Banking

Retail bank executives are reviewing their digital strategies, with 61% developing niche propositions and others, to varying degrees, opening up and giving access to new third parties

Hedge fund selection chief reveals Alt Ucits growth areas

Bousarsar currently heads up the firm's €3.2 billion Alt Ucits platform and said asset managers operating these platforms should be striving to meet the best execution regulation.

Guernsey reaffirms constitutional position and transparency record following beneficial ownership debate

These amendments sought to impose the UK’s domestic policy on the islands – an approach that is incompatible with the long-standing constitutional relationship.

Factbox - Impact on banks from Britain's vote to leave the EU

The association expects 3,000 to 5,000 new jobs in Frankfurt over the next two years

Vatican warns of 'profoundly amoral culture' in global finance

That is why the Church sets before the world the ideal of a ‘civilization of love’.

Deutsche Bank's cost-cutting is so savage that it's even stopped buying fruit for its staff

Deutsche Bank has reportedly stopped buying fresh fruit for staff as part of a drive to cut costs.

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